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Text: Xixi Guiquan
Editor|曦曦Guiquan
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics in France caused controversy! A high-profile international event, but caused an uproar due to cultural differences. The IOC deleted the post, and CCTV calmly retained it, what is the mystery behind this? Let's unravel the mystery of this cultural collision together!
Paris Olympics: The "war of the century" between art and sport
As soon as the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics ended, the Internet exploded. Many viewers called it "incomprehensible" and "too abstract".
Indeed, the opening ceremony was full of French flair, from the giant tricolor flag flying over the Eiffel Tower, to the water ballet staged on the Seine, to the Statue of Liberty, a symbol of the France Revolution.
However, this strong artistic atmosphere does not seem to match the style of the sporting event that many people are looking forward to. Someone complained: "Is this watching a mime? Someone else ridiculed: "Do France think of the Olympics as an art festival?" "
Some netizens even bluntly said: "This opening ceremony is too boring, it's better to watch a square dance!" "It seems that this opening ceremony really drove the audience crazy!
The Olympic Committee's "Deletion of Posts": Covering Your Ears and Stealing the Bell or Protecting Your Body?
Faced with a flood of skepticism, the IOC opted to delete the video. This move undoubtedly added fuel to the fire and sparked more speculation and discussion.
Some people think it's disrespectful to France culture, while others think the Olympic Committee is protecting itself. Does the Olympic Committee really think that deleting a video will make the controversy go away? Isn't this a typical "covering your ears and stealing the bell"?
However, at the center of the storm of public opinion, our CCTV seemed unusually calm. Not only did the relevant videos not be deleted, but the whole process of the opening ceremony was completely retained. This "sense of relaxation" is really surprising and admirable.
CCTV's "Calm Philosophy": Great Power Demeanor or Indifference?
CCTV's move sparked a new round of discussion. Some people praised: "This is the demeanor of a great power!" Some people also said: "It is worthy of CCTV, that is, there is a pattern!" Some netizens sighed: "It turns out that the real strength is tolerance and understanding." "
So, why did CCTV make such a choice? Does it simply not matter, or does it have another meaning? Let's dive into this question.
Cultural differences: Chickens and ducks or a hundred flowers?
We need to understand that the Olympic Games themselves are an international arena, and each host country wants to take the opportunity to showcase its own cultural identity. As the capital of the arts, France naturally shines at the opening ceremony.
From this point of view, it is not surprising that the opening ceremony was artistic. Do we really ask the France to abandon their own characteristics and have a "general mobilization of the people of the whole country"?
We should recognize that cultural differences exist objectively. Art in the eyes of France may seem obscure to audiences in other countries. But that doesn't mean we have to deny or reject it.
On the contrary, we should be open and inclusive to understand and appreciate different cultures. After all, the world is a melting pot where various cultures blend and collide to burst out more brilliant sparks.
CCTV's tricks: tolerance or self-confidence?
CCTV's approach is a reflection of this tolerance and understanding. By choosing to keep the full opening video, it is sending a message to the world that we respect every culture, even if we may not fully understand it.
This attitude is undoubtedly commendable. In today's globalized era and with increasing cultural exchanges, we need to learn to appreciate and respect different cultures. As one netizen said: "It's okay not to understand, but it must be respected." "
Of course, there are also people who have questioned CCTV's approach. Some argue that keeping these videos could spark more controversy. There are also concerns that this will give the impression that we lack cultural self-confidence.
In this regard, we might as well think about it from a different perspective. Keeping these videos is a reflection of our cultural confidence. We have enough confidence to face different cultures, and enough to tolerate different voices. This is the true demeanor of a great power.
Opportunity to Learn: Eye-Openings or Self-Inflicted Humiliation?
More importantly, CCTV's approach provides us with a rare learning opportunity. Through these videos, we can get a closer look at France culture and feel the artistic charm of different countries.
This will undoubtedly broaden our horizons and enrich our cultural perception. Do we really want to be like the frog at the bottom of the well, seeing only our own side of the world?
Looking back on the whole incident, it is not difficult to find that the conflict caused by cultural differences is actually unavoidable. But the key is how we deal with this conflict. Do you choose to avoid and deny, or do you have the courage to accept and understand? CCTV's approach gives us a good answer.
This reminds me of a famous saying: "The widest in the world is the ocean, wider than the ocean is the sky, and wider than the sky is the human heart." CCTV's "sense of relaxation" stems from this broad mind.
Looking ahead: Trend or flash in the pan?
Looking to the future, we have reason to believe that people's understanding of this opening ceremony will gradually deepen over time. Maybe one day, we will find that those elements that we once couldn't understand actually contain profound cultural connotations.
At the same time, this incident is also a wake-up call for us. In international exchanges, we need to be more understanding and tolerant. Only in this way can we truly realize the exchange and integration of cultures.
Do we really want to close ourselves off and become an "island of culture"? This is clearly not a wise choice.
Conclusion: Thanks to CCTV, let us see a different world
Finally, let's end this article with the words of a netizen:
"Thanks to CCTV, we can see a different world."
Yes, it is because of this tolerance and understanding that our world will be richer. We don't need to "tear off the mask", and we don't have to worry about "personality collapse".
Instead, we should embrace this diverse world with a more open mind. Only in this way can we become real "masters" in this cultural "rivers and lakes".
What do you think of the controversy over the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics? Is it the "chicken-and-duck" relationship caused by cultural differences, or is it the perfect integration of art and sports? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section!