Rod Serling was a genius at sending out messages (particularly civil and human rights) in his scripts. He was particularly adept at 'disguising' his messages from those who might want to censor him as well. A fascinating and truly good man.
Not only is this a great message that rings truer to me now than it ever did before, but it also tickles me that Burgess Meredith finally got to have his books in the end.
[Edited ]It was really fun to watch. I do think he misunderstood the purpose of Wordsworth's "revenge". It wasn't petty or anything of the sort. It wasn't even revenge. There's a old saying: To fool the enemy, you must fool your friends." In this case, the enemy is clear. It's the Chancellor of the State. So, who are the friends? The viewers. It's the viewers who must Trust Wordsworth in order to understand what he's thinking, trying to accomplish, the message he wishes to get across. What's the message/idea? That the State's Chancellor doesn't have the courage of his convictions. He's as empty as his proclamations, beliefs, slogans, propaganda, and judgements; which are, in turn, as empty as the State itself. Wordsworth was never going to kill the Chancellor. He wanted to show him the truth about the State as being empty, faithless, craven, and cowardly. Especially in how they judge and condemn those they deem obsolete -- thinkers, artists, people of faith, rebels, independent types, and those who are truly gifted and talented (read the short story, Harrison Bergeron. It's not at all long, but it's extremely powerful, mirroring this episode). Those types of people are Always the first targets of All authoritarian governments. Wordsworth proves why that is. Everything that the Chancellor thought, believed, and said was dumped into him. It didn't come from original thought, reflection, or morality. It was all false, just like his belief that the State cared about him because he rose through the ranks on the blood and terror he committed against those who refused to bow down. "For the love of God" was Wordsworth's revenge, if love, compassion, independence, and faith are revenge. Much like being happy, successful, and having inner peace are the "best" revenge against those who seek to destroy you. You know, like The Bible says, "Bless them that curse you". And so, Wordsworth had his revenge. In the end, he was successful and went to his God in peace. And the Chancellor? Well, he quickly found out about the "mercies" the State bestows upon their "friends". That turn was immediate. Not only was the State willing to let him die, but they were More than willing to kill him. The Chancellor became obsolete the moment he became a feeling Human Being
Our problem is not too much freedom. Our problem is selective freedom. We hold sacred the right to self destruction, but not the freedom to criticize the hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle. You must respect, accept and celebrate self destruction or it is a hate crime.
We are actually not disagreeing, I think you just don't like the words that I used to say the same thing. What you're describing is the concept of moral relativism. The "hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle" that you describe is because too much of American culture (in my opinion) has accepted the axiom that "no one has the authority to say what is right or wrong" (ie. moral relativism). I referred to the concept of "moral relativism" as "too much freedom". Sure, every time the outcomes (both personal and cultural), of someone's "hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle" is called into question, such a person hides behind the shield of "everything being relative", and no one having the moral (or sometimes legal) authority over them to call their decisions into question. What you accuse those people of doing is being totalitarian in their cultural beliefs of moral relativism (your "hate crime"). That's the historical irony that I pointed out. Finally, I think you would be more interested in my other endeavor: th-cam.com/video/GJZs2Kb1Mg8/w-d-xo.html
I just remembered, there's one I believed called darkness at noon?? It's a guy getting hung. But what he did was heroic. super good. maybe, night at mid day?? anyway great video
Where do I find your political channel please? Don't you find it crazy interesting that white people are all over the corruption of the systems that be finally. Black People, Indian People and Chicanos been talking about this forever. (By the way, since I'm all of the above, I'm not labeling, just observing.
Thank you for the view, but it's possibly you may have misunderstand my reaction. And as far as things "coming to pass", *civilization is on a cycle.* It only looks like "beginnings and endings" because the average person only interprets events as it pertains to their lifespan. The conservative-minded human will assert dominance and tighten their grip, only for another cycle of liberalism to take over after their version of oppression, and vice-versa. *One only needs to consult history to see the cycles.* This is the time that we live in, *and the only thing that's special about our time is the speed at which things go back and forth.*
@@Wellch true, today's dark area's is mostly orchestrated by powerful force's of the dark side. Can't wait for the future. good will triumph evil, eventually. Rod Sterling also wrote the screen play to the original planet of the apes. Studios did fiddle a bit. Still holds up in 2023.
The concept of the osolete man goes back a long way. This is writer George Bernard Shaw discussing the idea of eliminating people who have no value to society. He was a member of the Fabian Society which wanted to change social systems. th-cam.com/video/Ymi3umIo-sM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5SnO28U8RKBqZkia
Thank you for the link. Look out for my reaction to Black Mirror season 1 episode 2 coming out here over the next day or so. I have a lot to say about it.
I guess humanity basically doesn't change. at least not how we wish to control others in our modern day included. Basics stay the same. only the outer walls change. good yes but not enough. Did you get to react to pastors episode?
this the world the right wing conservatives want to create - sterling was psychic to predict that donald trump and maga would try to create this kind of world - amazing
It is a sad reality that there are just as many comments on this channel that say the same thing about the "other side". That's the real problem. Both sides think the "other side" seeks to create a version this world.
Second Amendment A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
@@floydharper1216 As many as it takes. Unfortunately people don’t want freedom they want oppressors and masters to rule over them and so they keep on voting 🗳️ for politicians and presidents that speak in double tongue with lies and deceit. Necessity is the plea for every infringement of human freedom. It is the argument of tyrants; it is the creed of slaves. (William Pitt the Younger) They mean to be good rulers but they mean to rule over you. They mean to be good masters but they mean to be your master.
It should be said this episode, and several Twilight Zones, references the Cold War. You can see the State is referring to communist Russia, while Mr Wordsworth (an individual) is the U.S. I don't think Rod Serling was dealing with U.S. propaganda, but rather he had a genuine concern of communism.
I KNOW about copyright but to put big letters across the screen and slowing down thevoices is ridiculous. There are other Twilight Zone reactors who don't do this shit and their videos are not taking down. Unwatchable I'm out of here.
One of my favorite episodes.
Serling's condemnation of totalitarian ideals. Meredith and Weaver were excellent.
Rod Serling was a genius at sending out messages (particularly civil and human rights) in his scripts. He was particularly adept at 'disguising' his messages from those who might want to censor him as well. A fascinating and truly good man.
bruuno77: And the names are oftentimes important and multilevel. Wordsworth. Think about it
Not only is this a great message that rings truer to me now than it ever did before, but it also tickles me that Burgess Meredith finally got to have his books in the end.
Nice.
@@hatintheringreactionsbyodi4776 The episode you were looking for is called Time Enough to Last ok?
Haha good point! And good call back to Time Enough At Last!
This is definitely my favorite of his 4 episodes!
Probably my favorite episode as it resembles so much of our society and governments today; the obsolescence of belief, personal thought, free ideas.
Thanks for the view!
[Edited ]It was really fun to watch.
I do think he misunderstood the purpose of Wordsworth's "revenge". It wasn't petty or anything of the sort. It wasn't even revenge.
There's a old saying: To fool the enemy, you must fool your friends." In this case, the enemy is clear. It's the Chancellor of the State. So, who are the friends? The viewers. It's the viewers who must Trust Wordsworth in order to understand what he's thinking, trying to accomplish, the message he wishes to get across.
What's the message/idea? That the State's Chancellor doesn't have the courage of his convictions. He's as empty as his proclamations, beliefs, slogans, propaganda, and judgements; which are, in turn, as empty as the State itself.
Wordsworth was never going to kill the Chancellor. He wanted to show him the truth about the State as being empty, faithless, craven, and cowardly. Especially in how they judge and condemn those they deem obsolete -- thinkers, artists, people of faith, rebels, independent types, and those who are truly gifted and talented (read the short story, Harrison Bergeron. It's not at all long, but it's extremely powerful, mirroring this episode).
Those types of people are Always the first targets of All authoritarian governments. Wordsworth proves why that is.
Everything that the Chancellor thought, believed, and said was dumped into him. It didn't come from original thought, reflection, or morality. It was all false, just like his belief that the State cared about him because he rose through the ranks on the blood and terror he committed against those who refused to bow down.
"For the love of God" was Wordsworth's revenge, if love, compassion, independence, and faith are revenge. Much like being happy, successful, and having inner peace are the "best" revenge against those who seek to destroy you. You know, like The Bible says, "Bless them that curse you".
And so, Wordsworth had his revenge. In the end, he was successful and went to his God in peace.
And the Chancellor? Well, he quickly found out about the "mercies" the State bestows upon their "friends". That turn was immediate. Not only was the State willing to let him die, but they were More than willing to kill him. The Chancellor became obsolete the moment he became a feeling Human Being
Our problem is not too much freedom. Our problem is selective freedom. We hold sacred the right to self destruction, but not the freedom to criticize the hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle. You must respect, accept and celebrate self destruction or it is a hate crime.
We are actually not disagreeing, I think you just don't like the words that I used to say the same thing.
What you're describing is the concept of moral relativism. The "hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle" that you describe is because too much of American culture (in my opinion) has accepted the axiom that "no one has the authority to say what is right or wrong" (ie. moral relativism). I referred to the concept of "moral relativism" as "too much freedom". Sure, every time the outcomes (both personal and cultural), of someone's "hedonistic, self destructive, lifestyle" is called into question, such a person hides behind the shield of "everything being relative", and no one having the moral (or sometimes legal) authority over them to call their decisions into question.
What you accuse those people of doing is being totalitarian in their cultural beliefs of moral relativism (your "hate crime"). That's the historical irony that I pointed out. Finally, I think you would be more interested in my other endeavor:
th-cam.com/video/GJZs2Kb1Mg8/w-d-xo.html
Unclutch your pearls
Excellent episode, very prophetic for the modern day.
This episode reminds me of the British TV series "The Prisoner".
This one was one of there best. Overall. Without violence it's getting very close sometimes now days
This is my favorite episode.
I just remembered, there's one I believed called darkness at noon?? It's a guy getting hung. But what he did was heroic. super good. maybe, night at mid day?? anyway great video
Thanks, my man. New one coming soon.
It's called for I am the night color me black
@@chulodanny44 Yes. Awesome episode, just like the others
“I Am The Night Color Me Black”
Brilliant...
Where do I find your political channel please? Don't you find it crazy interesting that white people are all over the corruption of the systems that be finally. Black People, Indian People and Chicanos been talking about this forever. (By the way, since I'm all of the above, I'm not labeling, just observing.
Welcome.
George Orwell 1984
Enjoyed ur breakdown
Fantastic episode.
Rod Serling served in ww2 and was injured and suffered from ptsd.
Long live god.
YT, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook doesn’t believe in the free expression of information.
This episode hit you hard didnt it? It was a warning that very few recognized back then....and now its coming to pass...
Thank you for the view, but it's possibly you may have misunderstand my reaction. And as far as things "coming to pass", *civilization is on a cycle.* It only looks like "beginnings and endings" because the average person only interprets events as it pertains to their lifespan. The conservative-minded human will assert dominance and tighten their grip, only for another cycle of liberalism to take over after their version of oppression, and vice-versa. *One only needs to consult history to see the cycles.* This is the time that we live in, *and the only thing that's special about our time is the speed at which things go back and forth.*
To close to today's reality. Super State. Scary. Great acting
But not TOOclose.
@@Wellch true, today's dark area's is mostly orchestrated by powerful force's of the dark side. Can't wait for the future. good will triumph evil, eventually. Rod Sterling also wrote the screen play to the original planet of the apes. Studios did fiddle a bit. Still holds up in 2023.
The concept of the osolete man goes back a long way. This is writer George Bernard Shaw discussing the idea of eliminating people who have no value to society. He was a member of the Fabian Society which wanted to change social systems.
th-cam.com/video/Ymi3umIo-sM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5SnO28U8RKBqZkia
Thank you for the link. Look out for my reaction to Black Mirror season 1 episode 2 coming out here over the next day or so. I have a lot to say about it.
I am the night- color me black. just looked it up.
I guess humanity basically doesn't change. at least not how we wish to control others in our modern day included. Basics stay the same. only the outer walls change. good yes but not enough. Did you get to react to pastors episode?
Which episode is that, now? "I am the night..."? Looking for it.
this the world the right wing conservatives want to create - sterling was psychic to predict that donald trump and maga would try to create this kind of world - amazing
It is a sad reality that there are just as many comments on this channel that say the same thing about the "other side". That's the real problem. Both sides think the "other side" seeks to create a version this world.
You skipped everything important about the episode. Good try though.
No. I kept it light...on purpose. Wanna know how I know it worked? No sermon from you.
Second Amendment
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
And how many people have to die for that freedom before it's too much
@@floydharper1216 As many as it takes. Unfortunately people don’t want freedom they want oppressors and masters to rule over them and so they keep on voting 🗳️ for politicians and presidents that speak in double tongue with lies and deceit.
Necessity is the plea for every infringement of human freedom. It is the argument of tyrants; it is the creed of slaves. (William Pitt the Younger)
They mean to be good rulers but they mean to rule over you. They mean to be good masters but they mean to be your master.
It should be said this episode, and several Twilight Zones, references the Cold War. You can see the State is referring to communist Russia, while Mr Wordsworth (an individual) is the U.S. I don't think Rod Serling was dealing with U.S. propaganda, but rather he had a genuine concern of communism.
I KNOW about copyright but to put big letters across the screen and slowing down thevoices is ridiculous. There are other Twilight Zone reactors who don't do this shit and their videos are not taking down. Unwatchable I'm out of here.
TH-cam does not enact their policies the same for everyone. It's a sliding scale, to say the least. For one, female reactors get a way with A LOT.
@@hatintheringreactionsbyodi4776 YT is just like the State in this episode.