Wednesday, January 30, 2008

You poor soul

It must be hard sometimes, being a protagonist. Do you ever wake up in the morning and think, "I can't go through this anymore!"? I can't imagine the stress. Day in and day out you are thrown on a roller coaster and set on the same path of imminent destruction in Act I and II, but then at the last minute an amazing resolution displays itself. I guess a job is a job, but don't you think you could find something with more stability? (I bet your insurance isn't that great either!)

At least the antagonist knows what's coming. Everyday when he gets up and goes to work he knows he is going to blindside you and bring you to the end of yourself. He knows the drill. There is no element of surprise for him. However, by Act III he is always defeated and you find a way to overcome the fear he placed in you. So, I guess it evens out. You are pushed to the end of your rope, but he always looses in the end.

And TiVo has not helped your anxiety at all. Now you never know how many times you may have to ride the same roller coaster. Some dumb, California blonde named Kimberly may want to watch the same episode of "America's Next Top Model"(c) over and over and over and if you are the protagonist the producers picked for that episode you will have to go through the diva drama as many times as Kimberly wants.

You poor protagonist.

Yet, you are a celebrity. People all over the world cheer for you as you overcome obstacles when the odds are against you. For centuries families have been going to the movie theaters or gathering around the television to watch your epic struggle and rejoice as you defy the evil in your world.

So, thank you protagonist! Thank you for inspiring us to believe that the "Good Guy" does always win! Thank you for being willing to go through all that pain and stress just so our viewing expectations can be fulfilled!

We salute you!