I have been witness to a couple of reality TV auditions here in Cebu City. I remember being both astonished and disgusted by the sight of countless young men and women all craving for fame. I said to myself, "Money is Fame's twin. No wonder."
What disgusted me was what has become of our youth's desires. They just love to become instant celebrities. They just love getting the money. Personally I deplore the youth's lack of interest in culture, arts, history, science, literature, languages, theology, humanities and other disciplines, which to me are essential in equipping the youth in bettering our condition as a nation.
Many people say the Philippines has a lot of excellent talent, especially in the field of entertainment. That is true. But entertainment does not and cannot strengthen a nation.
I agree with you Bill that "entertainment does not and cannot strengthen a nation."
ReplyDeleteOut of poverty, many of our talented youth try their luck on this reality based contests as they believe that this will be their way to instant fame then earn and be able to support themselves and their families.
Education is another problem. If these people are properly educated, for sure they will not resort to this. But then, more than half of our country's population are living below the poverty line so they do not have the ways and means to go to a decent school...
The bottom line is... "lahat ng ito ay dala ng matinding pangangailangan..."
Thank you very much for the comment, Cye. The tummy first before the brain. Sad...Sad...But true.
ReplyDelete**LIKE** if only all of the youths today can read this ;(
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