Andy W
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Although some discussion of this has appeared on page 2 of this HTF thread, I thought this was relevant enough to have its own thread so more members would be likely to see it. (I’m not sure if this topic belongs here in the Software forum or the TV and HDTV Programming forum.)
Here is the full text of the anti-widescreen letter published in the July 12-18, 2003, issue of TV Guide. The letter is titled “Feeling Boxed In”.
(Begin letter) “Jeers to the networks for using the letterbox format on some of my favorite shows, including ER and The West Wing. The public buys larger TVs and the programs are cut almost in half. Let’s get back to full-screen viewing.” (End letter)
I say jeers to TV Guide for publishing this letter and giving credibility to the author’s anti-widescreen notions. It’s time to write a well crafted, polite, concise, yet strong rebuttal letter, and see if TV Guide publishes it.
Although I am not a journalist, I understand that a good editor will cover multiple sides of an issue to encourage thought and debate. Let’s see if TV Guide responds accordingly.
Any others willing to write TV Guide?
Here is the full text of the anti-widescreen letter published in the July 12-18, 2003, issue of TV Guide. The letter is titled “Feeling Boxed In”.
(Begin letter) “Jeers to the networks for using the letterbox format on some of my favorite shows, including ER and The West Wing. The public buys larger TVs and the programs are cut almost in half. Let’s get back to full-screen viewing.” (End letter)
I say jeers to TV Guide for publishing this letter and giving credibility to the author’s anti-widescreen notions. It’s time to write a well crafted, polite, concise, yet strong rebuttal letter, and see if TV Guide publishes it.
Although I am not a journalist, I understand that a good editor will cover multiple sides of an issue to encourage thought and debate. Let’s see if TV Guide responds accordingly.
Any others willing to write TV Guide?