China, apparently, is exactly how everyone imagines it to be
This week’s episode of Survivor confirmed to American audiences that China is in no way misrepresented through the media or any other cultural stereotypes. The typical, standard images associated with the Red Giant have once and for all been certified as authentic.
“I had thought that China was all chopsticks and giant woks and fireworks,” claims area gas station attendant Rick Archer after viewing a Survivor challenge featuring chopsticks, giant woks, and fireworks. “Turns out, I was right!”
In addition to traditional New Year’s festivities and giant comical eating utensils, Survivor also features cut-away shots of adorable animals typically associated with China. Pandas, monkeys, exotic birds, even praying mantises - all make frequent appearances on the weekly reality show.
“I had always wanted to plan a trip to China to see the stunning land and beautiful people for myself,” says area retiree Annette Fairweather. “But now that I know all of my prior expectations are accurate, I don’t see the need!”
Due to favorable American reviews, Survivor producers plan to continue the trend. Upcoming episodes will include even more blatant yet completely accurate cultural features, such as a Fortune Cookie Immunity Idol, and a Reward Challenge wherein contestants must bind each other’s feet.
~TVoD
Posted in Survivor on October 15th, 2007 | |