So periodically when I sit down for lunch or just need some brain melting TV lounging, I'll turn on MTV. And as I've noticed its pretty much the same repackaged slop over and over. However, there is of course a common theme to it. No, not music if thats what you are thinking. Its usually the look. Young people dressed up like they are ready to rave 24/7. To be honest, I tune into the "Real World" and I am completely and totally shocked to learn they are only 18 or 19. I don't remember people at my high school looking that adult. Maybe the camera adds more than just 10 pounds.
Then of course, theres the labels. What is up with those god awful trucker hats and large rimmed glasses that have a shade of orange tint? I wonder how much they pay to look that trashy. I've yet to see any normal girls in that age bracket adopt any of these trends. Who does it appeal to exactly?
I also notice that the shelf time of the majority of thier reality shows are about a season or two. Usually entertaining shows at the most basic level (cleavage and people making asses out of themselves while trying to be serious). With the exclusion of "Real World", "Road Rules", and recently "Punk'd." Who seem to have a good following despite it being the same thing season after season with different faces. Although, I can't say that its not entertaining.
If you watch the Channel long enough, its like one show blends right into another and you can spend hours just gazing at the pretty colors and beautiful people. Maybe thats what its all about. ... *zombie stare* I pledge allegiance to the MTV...