Posted on 11/23/2001 11:42:14 AM PST by StarfireIV
Greetings friends, freepers, and right minded thinkers:
Since moving to the West Coast, I have had the distinct pleasure of having access to TV much more than in previous years. This is thanks to my roomate.
Unfortunately, however I seem to be somewhat dismayed at the content of some channels. Make no mistake, The History Channel feeds my love for the culture of ancient Egypt on a daily basis, and some of what gets presented with regards to US history finds its way to my classroom each and every day.
Lifetime, is another matter entirely. It seems every day this channel is presenting material programmed toward the ridicule, criticism, and outright demonization of the male and corporate culture, either simultaneously in some programs, or consecutively in others. A corucopia of "based on true" stories depicting the ugly side of masculinity, corporate abuse, and feminine victimhood seems to fill the roster of programming of this channel on a daily basis. This happens with a frequency and intensity too pronounced to be simply shrugged off or ignored. I am of the opinion that when presented with such distortions and generalizations on a regular basis, even the most steadfast among us may begin to be affected by such garbage.
All narcissism, all the time.
http://www.iwf.org/pubs/twq/Spring2001m.shtml
One Last Observation: All Victims, All the Time
Harry Stein sheds crocodile tears over "women's" movies
What if your cable company made a mistake and you could get only Lifetime Television? Thanks to the fortitude of Harry Stein, who listed the movies shown on Lifetime in a single week (Jan. 3-9, 1999), you know what you’ll get. Pass the popcorn!
Abandoned and Deceived (1995) Lori Loughlin, Gordon Clapp. Woman with two young sons fights back when ex-spouse stops paying child support. (2 hrs.) Fri 9 p.m.
Because Mommy Works (1994) Anne Archer, John Heard. To retain custody of her child, LA nurse fights her ex-husband and his new wife. (2 hrs.) Sat 6 p.m.
Betrayed: A Story of Three Women (1995) Meredith Baxter, Swoosie Kurtz. Lawyer’s wife learns he’s romancing daughter of her best friend. (1 3/4 hrs.) Sun 6:30 p.m.
Change of Heart (1998) Jean Smart, John Terry. A woman is shocked by her unfaithful husband’s choice of romantic partners. (1 3/4 hrs.) Sun 3 p.m.
Eye of the Stalker: A Moment of Truth (1995) Joanna Cassidy, Jere Burns. Wily legal consultant obsessed with judge’s daughter. (1 3/4 hrs.) Sun 8:15 p.m.
Cries Unheard: The Donna Yanklich Story (1994) Jaclyn Smith, Brad Johnson. An imprisoned Colorado woman must tell her teenage son why she hired two men to kill his father. (2 hrs.) Thu 9 p.m.
A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story (1989) Nancy McKeon, Dale Mickiff. Fact-based drama of abused wife who later sues police for lack of protection. (2 hrs.) Wed 9 p.m.
A Woman Scorned: The Betty Broderick Story (1992) Meredith Baxter, Stephen Collins. San Diego woman accused of murder after spouse bolts for younger woman. (2 hrs.) Sat 2 p.m.
Her Final Fury: Betty Broderick, the Last Chapter (1992) Meredith Baxter, Judith Ivey. Socialite on trial for killing ex-spouse and his bride. (2 hrs.) Sat 4 p.m.
In the Company of Darkness (1983) Helen Hunt, Jeff Fahey. Undercover policewoman with colleague lover lures out serial killer. (2 hrs.) Mon 9 p.m.
The Silence of the Lambs (1991) Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins. Brilliant cannibalistic psychic helps trap serial killer. (2 1/2 hrs.) Sat 11 p.m.
Sin and Redemption (1994) Richard Grieco, Cynthia Gibb. Pregnant minister’s daughter learns something shocking about the man she has married. (1 3/4 hrs.) Sun 4:45 p.m.
Trick of the Eye (1994) Ellen Burstyn, Meg Tilly. Artist unveils truth behind her mural. (2 hrs.) Mon 1 p.m.
When No One Would Listen (1992) Michelle Lee, James Farentino. Murderous marriage. Two viewpoints. (2 hrs.) Sat 9 p.m.
This list first appeared in How I Accidentally Joined the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy (and Found Inner Peace) © 2000 by Harry Stein. Used by permission of Dell Publishing, a division of Random House, Inc.
Jeeeesh.....I remember when 'Kotex' was spoken in whispers.
OMG...we agree on something....strike up the band.
Because it is promoted for gays and feminists.
You are blessed...;)
We removed Lifetime from our pre-select channels a year ago. But, you reminded me to call the cable company and complain that we're paying for garbage that should replace it with something worthwhile.
I never watch TV.........a more barren landscape you'll be hard pressed to find.
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