View Full Version : REAL fans should BOYCOTT the forums....esp DS
elliebrew
19-06-2009, 10:27 PM
Ive decided that the best way to enjoy this series is to boycott the forums, especially DS
Its is totally ruining a really enjoyable series.
I love and embrace the changes that have been made to the format and its been a gem of a series so far....so called fans seem to have completely given up hope and have bashed it at every turn.
Therefore any negative thread i see im gonna try my best to ignore aqnd enjoy this series.
Because all the negativity is tiring and depressing.
Geraldo
19-06-2009, 10:30 PM
Here here !!! :hugesmile:
Well said. This series has been great and can only get better, in my opinion, as groups slowly become even tighter and Sree pisses the group off even more.
I almost like how it is a bit of a cult thing now. Not 'cult' per say, but theirs less tabloid involvement, less hyperbole and less controversy. Those of us who still want to watch can just join the other two million strong and enjoy the heck out of it.
BB is dead? Give me a break.
officialleafan
19-06-2009, 10:31 PM
Originally posted by elliebrew
Ive decided that the best way to enjoy this series is to boycott the forums, especially DS
Its is totally ruining a really enjoyable series.
I love and embrace the changes that have been made to the format and its been a gem of a series so far....so called fans seem to have completely given up hope and have bashed it at every turn.
Therefore any negative thread i see im gonna try my best to ignore aqnd enjoy this series.
Because all the negativity is tiring and depressing.
I love you me :lovedup:
You've said everything i'm currently feeling :thumbs:
MaratSafinForever
19-06-2009, 10:38 PM
"DS"?
Originally posted by MaratSafinForever
"DS"?
Digital Spy.
Another forum.
Harry!
19-06-2009, 10:39 PM
Originally posted by MaratSafinForever
"DS"?
Digital Spy
Harry!
19-06-2009, 10:41 PM
elliebrew I kinda agree with you but I willl not boycott TiBB
elliebrew
19-06-2009, 10:44 PM
TiBB is the true BB forum DS sucks so badly, its depressing beyond words
Originally posted by MaratSafinForever
"DS"?
Downbeat Shittyarses.
officialleafan
19-06-2009, 10:46 PM
Originally posted by Stu
Originally posted by MaratSafinForever
"DS"?
Downbeat Shittyarses.
LMFAO!!!
Originally posted by elliebrew
Ive decided that the best way to enjoy this series is to boycott the forums, especially DS
Its is totally ruining a really enjoyable series.
I love and embrace the changes that have been made to the format and its been a gem of a series so far....so called fans seem to have completely given up hope and have bashed it at every turn.
Therefore any negative thread i see im gonna try my best to ignore aqnd enjoy this series.
Because all the negativity is tiring and depressing.
What changes? Thats the reason I'm not as into it this year. We've seen it all before
elliebrew
19-06-2009, 10:47 PM
Davina just mentioned DS
I think tv people take too much notice of DS
They kind of use it as a base for all fans when the REAL BB fans are here in this forum
Originally posted by elliebrew
Davina just mentioned DS
I think tv people take too much notice of DS
They kind of use it as a base for all fans when the REAL BB fans are here in this forum
The real fans are the ones who manage to turn off their computer to watch it for an hour every night. Not people who glance at it in between trying to boost their postcount then claim they cant follow whats happening because of no live feed.
officialleafan
19-06-2009, 10:49 PM
Originally posted by elliebrew
Davina just mentioned DS
I think tv people take too much notice of DS
They kind of use it as a base for all fans when the REAL BB fans are here in this forum
Did she? What did she say?
stonedape
19-06-2009, 10:59 PM
Well said, but I'm still going to stay on the forums. I think people are paying too much attention to ratings and not enough on what's actually going on in the house....ah well
marctierman
19-06-2009, 11:02 PM
Well said
libra68
19-06-2009, 11:03 PM
cairon is not amused with brian
libra68
19-06-2009, 11:06 PM
can someone explain what DS means please
Harry!
19-06-2009, 11:07 PM
Originally posted by libra68
can someone explain what DS means please
Its another BB forum
officialleafan
19-06-2009, 11:08 PM
Originally posted by libra68
can someone explain what DS means please
Digital Spy. A forum where only negatvity is required.
libra68
19-06-2009, 11:09 PM
oh i see,thanks for explaining that
Patrick
19-06-2009, 11:14 PM
Then go, no ones gona miss you.
Some people accually like talken to others about BB
And then you get dick heads who are on the forums to hate BB
You dont get that much here, because the oeople who are negetive about things like Live Feed, were only being "Negetive" towards BB10 because we know the ratings its getting, and we love the show so much its like your just giving you opinion on how to make it better!
And the new format of evictions is just BULLSHIT simple as that, apart from that and The Sree Show I see no probley with BB10
elliebrew
19-06-2009, 11:16 PM
I LOVE TiBB ....im saying im ignoring the negative threads...
This is the most enjoyable BB since BB5 for me
libra68
19-06-2009, 11:20 PM
am loving bb this year i just dont like watching marcus eww
Originally posted by libra68
can someone explain what DS means please
It's a place for people who used to watch the live feed 24/7, feel Channel 4 are TRYING to kill off the show they have paid for, and people who think hating stuff makes them cool and edgy.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 11:44 AM
bump
Stentionhouse
20-06-2009, 11:58 AM
I've watched every series of BBUK. This one is utter crap. The lack of live feed means it's impossible to appreciate the housemates as they really are. If you're a casual viewer, fair enough. If you're a die hard, it's game over.
2m watched the eviction last night. That's about a third of what the show got 3 years ago. There's a very good reason for that.
This new 'eviction panel' thing is awful.
Channel 4 are now so desperate to hang on to viewers that they even pull cheap stunts like delaying the eviction announcement.
BBLB is unwatchable bilge fronted by a man who clearly hates BB and holds its fans in contempt.
Big Mouth has been cut to once a week and that's too many. Davina has all the presenting skills of Huffty, but without the endearing accent.
Big Ears - the best spin off during BB9 - is gone.
Diary Room Uncut is gone.
The shrink show is gone.
The housemates are almost all media agency recruits.
The buzz has gone. That's not being pessimistic or moaning for the sake of it - it's the truth.
Fair play to those who are still managing to enjoy this shambles.
Stentionhouse
20-06-2009, 12:02 PM
Originally posted by libra68
can someone explain what DS means please
The BB bit of Digital Spy is far and away the biggest and busiest Big Brother UK discussion forum anywhere. It's where the tabloids used to get most of their stories from. It's where numerous former housemates post. It's also full of assorted headcases and lunatics and probably receives a government grant for its service to care in the community :joker:
HELLIWONTGO
20-06-2009, 12:05 PM
Originally posted by Stentionhouse
I've watched every series of BBUK. This one is utter c**p. The lack of live feed means it's impossible to appreciate the housemates as they really are. If you're a casual viewer, fair enough. If you're a die hard, it's game over.
2m watched the eviction last night. That's about a third of what the show got 3 years ago. There's a very good reason for that.
This new 'eviction panel' thing is awful.
Channel 4 are now so desperate to hang on to viewers that they even pull cheap stunts like delaying the eviction announcement.
BBLB is unwatchable bilge fronted by a man who clearly hates BB and holds its fans in contempt.
Big Mouth has been cut to once a week and that's too many. Davina has all the presenting skills of Huffty, but without the endearing accent.
Big Ears - the best spin off during BB9 - is gone.
Diary Room Uncut is gone.
The shrink show is gone.
The housemates are almost all media agency recruits.
The buzz has gone. That's not being pessimistic or moaning for the sake of it - it's the truth.
Fair play to those who are still managing to enjoy this shambles.
Nothing to add but well said, I agree with every single word, and that takes something for me to do!!!!!
:thumbs:
One thing I will give DS... (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=821524)
...Actualy, two... (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=937644&highlight=facts+about+mario)
Originally posted by Stentionhouse
I've watched every series of BBUK. This one is utter c**p. The lack of live feed means it's impossible to appreciate the housemates as they really are. If you're a casual viewer, fair enough. If you're a die hard, it's game over.
2m watched the eviction last night. That's about a third of what the show got 3 years ago. There's a very good reason for that.
This new 'eviction panel' thing is awful.
Channel 4 are now so desperate to hang on to viewers that they even pull cheap stunts like delaying the eviction announcement.
BBLB is unwatchable bilge fronted by a man who clearly hates BB and holds its fans in contempt.
Big Mouth has been cut to once a week and that's too many. Davina has all the presenting skills of Huffty, but without the endearing accent.
Big Ears - the best spin off during BB9 - is gone.
Diary Room Uncut is gone.
The shrink show is gone.
The housemates are almost all media agency recruits.
The buzz has gone. That's not being pessimistic or moaning for the sake of it - it's the truth.
Fair play to those who are still managing to enjoy this shambles.
Agree with most of it, not all of it. You of all people know how defensive and supportive I was of the show before it went on air ... and I really enjoyed the first week as well. But this last week is just seen it all before, thats the problem. If you can manage to even turn me against a show then theres definitely something up
Definitely agree about buzz though. I mean look at this years Britain's Got Talent. That had the same social impact BB used to have (except for the worldwide thing :tongue:), ie feels like everyone is watching and all anyone talks about. Even last year managed to have a bit of buzz. This year, nothing.
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:08 PM
Originally posted by elliebrew
TiBB is the true BB forum DS sucks so badly, its depressing beyond words
In your opinion.
In other words, you only wish to be part of a forum which shares your point of view.
Kind of pointless I'd say.
Originally posted by Stentionhouse
I've watched every series of BBUK. This one is utter c**p. The lack of live feed means it's impossible to appreciate the housemates as they really are. If you're a casual viewer, fair enough. If you're a die hard, it's game over.
2m watched the eviction last night. That's about a third of what the show got 3 years ago. There's a very good reason for that.
This new 'eviction panel' thing is awful.
Channel 4 are now so desperate to hang on to viewers that they even pull cheap stunts like delaying the eviction announcement.
BBLB is unwatchable bilge fronted by a man who clearly hates BB and holds its fans in contempt.
Big Mouth has been cut to once a week and that's too many. Davina has all the presenting skills of Huffty, but without the endearing accent.
Big Ears - the best spin off during BB9 - is gone.
Diary Room Uncut is gone.
The shrink show is gone.
The housemates are almost all media agency recruits.
The buzz has gone. That's not being pessimistic or moaning for the sake of it - it's the truth.
Fair play to those who are still managing to enjoy this shambles.
Fully agree, mainly on the buzz fact, it is completely gone.
Clockers
20-06-2009, 12:14 PM
Wanna play poker instead?
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:21 PM
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:22 PM
The buzz is gone gos idiot so called fans have turned on it!!
Originally posted by elliebrew
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
I asked you this earlier ... what format changes?! Thats the reason why this year is so rubbish, its just same old same old. And I did like the new eviction layout for Sophia, but it just doesn't work for any old housemate. Its just Davina, 2 z listers and the housemate arguing for camera time.
What you fail to see is same old same old. Yes, it does have diverse characters, good dynamics and storylines (not great though) but we've seen all this before and thats the problem! On paper it should be a good series but something just isn't clicking into place for people to enjoy.
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:28 PM
Originally posted by elliebrew
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
I fail to see how you can't enjoy it just because everyone in the forum you post in isn't viewing the show through rose-tinted spectacles.
I don't understand why you have such an issue with the fans who aren't enjoying it. Why is it that our opinions are ruining the forum experience for you?
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:33 PM
Also, I want to add a few points, since we're discussing the negative opinions of the fans.
I have never watched Live Feed in my life, yet I am missing so much from it being gone. There are no updates from others who watch it.. there are no vids on youtube to watch things you may want to watch.. the news sites aren't updated much because nobody has access to the goings on in the house for the majority of the day. So, indirectly the LF axing has hugely affected my BB experience.
The eviction interview format is rubbish. There are too many people trying to talk at once. Get it back to where Davina asks questions and the HM answers. If they wanted to make it an all-inclusive gig, then they should get questions from the fans, and have Davina ask them. That way they'd be asking the questions we wanted answered, but there wouldn't be a rabble of voices.
I can't get into the series because the HLs only focus on a few HMs and there's no WHATM threads for me to read to fill me in on what everyone else is doing.
So, to recap.. the lack of news updates, video clips, WHATM threads (all of which are missing due to the axing of the LF) makes BB a dull one hour (including adverts) show which is on once a day.
The BB we all know and love is over.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:36 PM
I like not knowing whats going to happen, it adds to the enjoyment
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:40 PM
Lilli i wouldnt mind but they cant seem to put a foot right with you lot, because youve all decided to hate it and nothings gonna budge you. It seems to be the cool, in thing to diss BB.
Nearly every new thread is the same, 'BB dont care about the fans' 'Death of BB' etc and its so tiresome and depressing. They arent making these changes to piss you off, the fact is theyre struggling for money and are having to make cuts were nessecery as well as trying to keep it fresh by tweaking the format.
Its a near impossible job when youve got the fans abandoning it in droves like sulky kids. I doubt anyone could do any better producing the show with a budget.
What really is annoying me the constant death knells
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:42 PM
Originally posted by Tom
Originally posted by elliebrew
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
I asked you this earlier ... what format changes?! Thats the reason why this year is so rubbish, its just same old same old. And I did like the new eviction layout for Sophia, but it just doesn't work for any old housemate. Its just Davina, 2 z listers and the housemate arguing for camera time.
What you fail to see is same old same old. Yes, it does have diverse characters, good dynamics and storylines (not great though) but we've seen all this before and thats the problem! On paper it should be a good series but something just isn't clicking into place for people to enjoy.
Its not Clicking for you because youve seen it all before, your bored of it and expecting to much from it
Death knells are where I draw the line. Post all you like about how you dont like the series or your switching off, after all, it is a discussion show, but the assumption that Big Brother is dead or that we are somehow less worthy as fans because we dont care that much about the Live Feed is a bit silly.
I have learned to adapt. Big Brother for me now is a highly entertaining one hour entertainment show. And I still watch the live feed at nights and find that entertaining too. Right now for me it is still the best thing on the box.
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:45 PM
To be honest elliebrew, I object to you pigeon-holing all the negative fans.
We aren't all jumping on some 'cool to hate BB' bandwagon.
No doubt some are, but speaking for myself, I make my own mind up about the show.
I'm not surprised by the negative response, and I'm not buying the 'budget cuts' excuse either. If it were about money, they could have LF during the day, instead of all night when HMs are sleeping.
The amount of money BB has raked in over the years is phenomenal. I highly doubt this is about money.
And, even if it were, how does that explain the YouTube blackout? People uploading bits and pieces to youtube costs them nothing.
I'm not trying to say they have some agenda for killing the show. However, I am saying that the changes they have made this year are killing the show, whether that was their intention or not.
A lot of the viewers are switching off. That's an undisputable fact.
I think it would be unrealistic to expect that the forums (this one and DS) did not reflect that.
Originally posted by elliebrew
Lilli i wouldnt mind but they cant seem to put a foot right with you lot, because youve all decided to hate it and nothings gonna budge you. It seems to the cool, in thing to diss BB.
Nearly every new thread is the same, 'BB dont care about the fans' 'Death of BB' etc and its so tiresome and depressing. They arent making these changes to p**s you off, the fact is theyre struggling for money and are having to make cuts were nessecery as well as trying to keep it fresh by tweaking the format.
Its a near impossible job when youve got the fans abandoning it in droves like sulky kids. I doubt anyone could do any better producing the show with a budget.
What really is annoying me the constant death knells
Then maybe they should see WHY fans are abandoning it
Originally posted by elliebrew
Originally posted by Tom
Originally posted by elliebrew
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
I asked you this earlier ... what format changes?! Thats the reason why this year is so rubbish, its just same old same old. And I did like the new eviction layout for Sophia, but it just doesn't work for any old housemate. Its just Davina, 2 z listers and the housemate arguing for camera time.
What you fail to see is same old same old. Yes, it does have diverse characters, good dynamics and storylines (not great though) but we've seen all this before and thats the problem! On paper it should be a good series but something just isn't clicking into place for people to enjoy.
Its not Clicking for you because youve seen it all before, your bored of it and expecting to much from it
Actually I go into every series with no expectations and look at whats given this year, not compare it to past years. But this year I can't help but do that, it has past years written allover it even down to the house design!
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:47 PM
I also object to the "like sulky kids".
It's the viewers prerogative to switch off if they aren't enjoying something. It does not equate to sulking.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:48 PM
Stu is absolutley right, fans need to adapt to the changes, it cannot be what it once was, its asking too much
Originally posted by elliebrew
Stu is absolutley right, fans need to adapt to the changes, it cannot be what it once was, its asking too much
It could have been what it was last year though. Even then it was still an event and this year launched with higher ratings than last years final so it could have been another event year even if it was least watched ever. But lack of effort on launch night prevented that
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:50 PM
Nobody is asking for it to be what it was. But, to say fans must adapt to the change is asking a whole lot in my view.
Not everyone likes the changes. You can't please all of the people all of the time.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:51 PM
Originally posted by Tom
Originally posted by elliebrew
Originally posted by Tom
Originally posted by elliebrew
No i wanna be part of a forum taht can see past the format changes and enjoy whats happening in the house!
Stentionhouse listed soooo much wrong with the format, none of which i agree with
But what you fail to see is an excellent line up, with diverse characters, interesting dynamics and great storylines.
If youve given up the show then go else were and let rue fans enjoy what possible little time we have left
I asked you this earlier ... what format changes?! Thats the reason why this year is so rubbish, its just same old same old. And I did like the new eviction layout for Sophia, but it just doesn't work for any old housemate. Its just Davina, 2 z listers and the housemate arguing for camera time.
What you fail to see is same old same old. Yes, it does have diverse characters, good dynamics and storylines (not great though) but we've seen all this before and thats the problem! On paper it should be a good series but something just isn't clicking into place for people to enjoy.
Its not Clicking for you because youve seen it all before, your bored of it and expecting to much from it
Actually I go into every series with no expectations and look at whats given this year, not compare it to past years. But this year I can't help but do that, it has past years written allover it even down to the house design!
There are only so many things you can do to a space....Kitchen, bedroom, bathroom
There are only so many arguements that can be had
There are only so many storylines that can be played out
You my friend have just outgrown the show, and that fine people will, but there are at least 2 million who still love it.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:52 PM
Originally posted by lili
Nobody is asking for it to be what it was. But, to say fans must adapt to the change is asking a whole lot in my view.
Not everyone likes the changes. You can't please all of the people all of the time.
In that case Lili accept that you dont agree with the changes and either put up with them or shut up about them. We have established who is not happy, move on
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:53 PM
See, there you go again elliebrew. You don't wish to hear any negative opinion on the show.
That would be the same as me saying you all should shut up about how great the show is because I don't think it is.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:55 PM
Originally posted by Tom
Originally posted by elliebrew
Stu is absolutley right, fans need to adapt to the changes, it cannot be what it once was, its asking too much
It could have been what it was last year though. Even then it was still an event and this year launched with higher ratings than last years final so it could have been another event year even if it was least watched ever. But lack of effort on launch night prevented that
How much more effort can they put in?!?!
New house, a big twist, entertaining characters? It was a more eventful launch than BB7 or BB3, what happened there?
I honestly do not understand what you all expect? It seems impossible to reach your high standards it seems
In fairness, elliebrew, I said I personaly adapted to the changes. That does not nessacerily mean others will like it.
elliebrew
20-06-2009, 12:56 PM
We have all established were enjoyign it and were getting on with discussing the events in the house, were not harping on about it.
lily.
20-06-2009, 12:57 PM
In fairness, I'm don't 'harp on' about not enjoying it either though. I'm sure some people do, but I don't think I'm guilty of it personally.
Originally posted by elliebrew
There are only so many things you can do to a space....Kitchen, bedroom, bathroom
There are only so many arguements that can be had
There are only so many storylines that can be played out
You my friend have just outgrown the show, and that fine people will, but there are at least 2 million who still love it.
Until BB9 they managed to be different every year. I'm talking about design btw, not layout. Compare the BB7 and 10 kitchens to see what I mean.
Even until the start of the series we had new arguments and storylines (Sophia, Saffia ... they're badly missed as much as I struggle to admit it) but now its just ................
I don't think I have outgrown it, I felt exactly the same way during BB8 but if they put in the right effort every series can be different. BB9 is one of my favourites so I've not given up just yet.
Stentionhouse
20-06-2009, 01:09 PM
BBUK is dead. There's no way there will ever be another regular series on C4, as the show can no longer command anywhere near an average of 3m viewers. 3.6m watched BB9, 2.4m (and falling fast) for BB10. The papers are no longer interested. The buzz has gone. BB is no longer an event like it used to be. The house if full of strangers we will never get to know properly. There is no going back now. The show can't recover from this shambles, it's that simple.
A - Big Brother is not dead, by proxy of the fact that people still watch and love it.
B - The papers are no longer interested, but who cares, I am. Thats all I care about.
C - I have gotten used to it not being an event. That does not reflect on the quality of the show, which I think is the best since Big Brother 7.
D - If most viewers never watched the live feed anyway, most viewers never knew the housemates right down to their mothers maiden names...
E - ...and to be honest, most never cared anyway. Theirs still a casual audience who just want to watch it for an hour a night to relax. Nothing wrong with that.
Stentionhouse
20-06-2009, 01:54 PM
Originally posted by Stu
A - Big Brother is not dead, by proxy of the fact that people still watch and love it.
B - The papers are no longer interested, but who cares, I am. Thats all I care about.
C - I have gotten used to it not being an event. That does not reflect on the quality of the show, which I think is the best since Big Brother 7.
D - If most viewers never watched the live feed anyway, most viewers never knew the housemates right down to their mothers maiden names...
E - ...and to be honest, most never cared anyway. Theirs still a casual audience who just want to watch it for an hour a night to relax. Nothing wrong with that.
A - The show no longer attracts a big enough audience to justify the huge cost of making the programme. They ain't gonna make it at a loss, that's for sure.
B - The tabloids sell more copies of their papers than BB has viewers now. Without the vital coverage in the red tops, people forget BB exists and the ratings slide further...
C - Fair enough. No one is denying that a relatively large number of fans will enjoy the show, even as it is now.
D - Anyone who read forums, or read papers, or talked to people who watched the LF or read forums or read papers would know a lot more about the HMs than people who watched nothing but the h/l shows.
E - The die hards are the people who kept the heart of BB beating from the early days. The casual viewers are gradually switching off now, hence little more than 2m people watching an eviction show, which would have been unthinkable even during BB9.
Big Brother is one of the cheapest shows Channel 4 makes. Even if another network or Channel 4 themselves extended the contract at a lower priced deal, the show would STILL make profit.
I dont have an inherent need to dig into the housemates personas. It is just a television show to me. And I will judge them as TV characters based on what I am seeing on the highlights show. Sure, theirs going to be some editing but that is unescapable, given the nature of the show.
I am not disputing the whole popularity thing. My point was I, me, I care about the show and I enjoy the show. I dont care what tabloids think. Same with those who still watch the show. So you cant say De Facto that Big Brother is dead. It is insulting to those who still enjoy the show.
I agree with many in this thread (Tom, Stention, etc) the show has kind of lost the spark it once had partly through lack of creativity on the production side, and loss after loss (Diary Room uncut, 24hr coverage, heck Big brother site doesn't even update its site after 6pm, tasks)
People have a right to express there point of view, nothing would ever change if no "constructive criticism" was offered and I think that is what's wrong with C4, the bigwigs are surrounded by people who lick there a$$ and say "That's such an awesome decision!" that they have become encased in this bubble of ignorance.
Digital Spy is/was the leading forum for live feed discussion, cut that away and of course you are going to get an outcry. Alot of people I've seen over there have tried there best to carry on as best without it, but there is still the LF campaign thread ticking away trying to find ways to puncture C4's bubble.
Last nights ratings grab was a clear tell tell sign that they are getting desperate for more people to tune in.
elliebrew
21-06-2009, 02:26 AM
bump
ManicWolf
21-06-2009, 03:04 AM
This is the only forum I post in. I've glanced at the DS forum a few times, but never felt compelled to join, too many haters and moaners. Especially this year which, ironically, is the most I've enjoyed BB for quite a few years. I mean I don't mind the odd post of complaint about a HM or the show, but in DS every other post is some sort of hate post.
jtalh2003
21-06-2009, 03:33 AM
going off this forum at the moment to be honest
no freedom of speech upset the wrong person and you get your posts deleted :joker:
vesavius
21-06-2009, 04:48 AM
I will only boycott anything that directly makes C4 money (votes etc) in protest over LF, the death of BB on youtube, and the state of the BB website (what a POS it is now).
Hurting fansites and the show itself (by further bringing down it's ratings so that another channel won't ever pick it up) helps noone and really only guarantees BBs long term death.
I mean, I know it's a long shot that Sky or someone will pick it up after contract end, and fair enough switch off if you arnt enjoying it, but why damage that slim chance by not watching it or supporting it on the net out of principle?
TeleBoxNation
21-06-2009, 08:06 AM
I think Stu is right in what is said.
Regardless of all the stuff surrounding it, it's still a good show.
To be honest I still doubt the way they get the stats for viewing figures.
I can understand how people feel disappointed about the live feed and other stuff and I miss it to but I'm still tuning in and watching.
If you feel strongly about it then do something like fill the online form on Ofcom.
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