The witch is gone. Finally, after years of torment and fear, the village can breathe a sigh of relief. It all started years ago, when rumors spread of a wicked witch living on the outskirts of town. People were hesitant to believe the tales, dismissing them as mere superstitions. But as the disappearances and strange occurrences increased, fear took hold of the villagers. The witch was said to have a hideous appearance, with long, tangled hair and a crooked nose.
Honestly, I was pretty bummed about the sameness of the new tribes too. A bigger shake-up would have served the show well. While it’s been nice to see heavyweights like Colby and Hatch duke it out, everyone for the most part has been too? well, nice. Sure, there have been a few small dust-ups here and there, but outside of Rob calling out and demolishing Ethan in every challenge imaginable, no serious throw-downs as of yet. (Alicia, get finger-wagging, pronto!) Even Jerri didn’t blow a gasket upon being told she was a goner. Sure, smuggle some beef jerky and she’ll flip out, but send her packing and it’s all good in the hood.
Whats more, we have not yet accounted for the gut reaction of the street over the killing of a fellow Arab and Muslim however much a miserable child-killing wretch that he was by the gun-slingers of the Great White Superpower from far across the sea. It will be a very long time, if ever, that Americans may overcome the damage of the so-called Patriot Act, the unapologetic use of torture, the images of Abu Ghraib and of abuses of Guantanamo, the secret prisons overseas, the overriding of habeas corpus, the stealthy, unwarranted surveillance of Americans, the sophistic efforts to justify it all in the name of national security.
The witch was said to have a hideous appearance, with long, tangled hair and a crooked nose. It was believed that she possessed dark powers and used them to inflict harm on innocent people. Curses, spells, and potions were said to be her tools of destruction.
Ding, dong, the witch is dead!
Ding! Dong! The Witch is Dead! Which old witch? The wicked old witch. The self-righteous, pathological murderer, Osama bin Laden, took a bullet in the head and is now gone. Riotous celebrations in the streets of many American cities with television images of (mostly young people) flashing Victory! signs, and robotically chanting, USA! USA! USA! USA! Front-page headlines that have outdone the announcements of the end of World War II, many of them inanely exulting, Mission Accomplished!
Victory? What victory? Bin Ladens al Qaeda triumphed in the aftermath of the successful attacks in New York City and the nations capital. When official America and the countrys media immediately announced, Nine-eleven changed everything, it signified bin Ladens victory.
Nothing any longer can overcome that. The authoritarians of the Bush Administration and their allies in the judiciary, with the pusillanimous acquiescence of Congress and the at-least-tacit approval of the American public, quickly went into action to shred the U.S. Constitution, override the rules of law, and transgress upon standards of human decency so hard won over the past century among modern nations around the world regarding the treatment of declared or merely suspected enemies.
In 2001, bin Ladens al Qaeda successfully inspired Americas self-immolation. It will be a very long time, if ever, that Americans may overcome the damage of the so-called Patriot Act, the unapologetic use of torture, the images of Abu Ghraib and of abuses of Guantanamo, the secret prisons overseas, the overriding of habeas corpus, the stealthy, unwarranted surveillance of Americans, the sophistic efforts to justify it all in the name of national security.
And perhaps worst of all, the implicit endorsement and legitimation of the Bush policies by the Obama Administration, thereby engraving the mean-spirited authoritarian character of the past decade into the heart of America life.
Reports of reactions from (some?) Arab countries seem far more mature. It was sort of ho hum. Osama bin Laden for them was simply yesterday. The radical Islamic insurgency had long moved on without and beyond him. Whats more, we have not yet accounted for the gut reaction of the street over the killing of a fellow Arab and Muslim however much a miserable child-killing wretch that he was by the gun-slingers of the Great White Superpower from far across the sea.
The slaying of bin Laden was an act of vengeance, carried out in the form of a gang killing. It had little to do with fighting todays terrorists.
Am I glad that he is dead? Of course. But it changes nothing.
Victory? No, the victory was bin Ladens a decade ago. And so far we have done nothing to overcome it.
Victory? No, the victory was bin Ladens a decade ago. And so far we have done nothing to overcome it.
The stories grew more fantastical with each passing day, and the villagers lived in constant fear of crossing paths with the witch. As the years went by, the village grew divided. Some believed in the existence of the witch, while others dismissed it as mere paranoia. Lengthy debates were held, fingers were pointed, and accusations were made. Trust within the community eroded, replacing it with suspicion and dread. But then, one fateful day, everything changed. It was as if a heavy blanket had been lifted, and the village was filled with a newfound sense of hope. The witch was gone. No one knew exactly what had happened, but whispers of her demise spread throughout the town. Some claimed that she had been vanquished by a brave hero, while others believed that she had simply disappeared without a trace. Regardless of the cause, the villagers reconnected with their sense of unity. The fear that once gripped their hearts slowly faded away, replaced by relief and joy. The village began to thrive once more, as laughter replaced anxious whispers and smiles replaced worried frowns. Years passed, and the memory of the witch became nothing more than a distant tale. The village flourished, its people living in peace, and harmony restored. Children played freely, unburdened by the weight of fear that had once haunted their parents. Though the witch was gone, her legacy lingered in the minds of the villagers. They vowed to never forget the lessons learned from those dark times. Unity, trust, and resilience became the pillars upon which the village thrived. The witch's departure served as a reminder of the power of community and the strength that can be found within. Today, the village stands as a testament to the triumph of good over evil. The witch may be gone, but her memory lives on, serving as a constant reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. No longer bound by fear, the village has embraced a future filled with hope, knowing that they can overcome any darkness that may come their way..
Reviews for "Vanishing Act: How the Witch Disappeared"
1. John Doe - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "The witch is gone". The plot was confusing and hard to follow, and the ending left me feeling unsatisfied and confused. The characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult to connect with them. Additionally, the pacing was slow, and I found myself getting bored throughout the movie. Overall, this film did not live up to my expectations and I would not recommend it.
2. Jane Smith - 1/5 - "The witch is gone" was an absolute disaster. The acting was subpar and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The special effects were cheap and poorly executed, making it hard to immerse myself in the story. The film also had a predictable and cliché plot, with no surprising twists or turns. I was eager for this movie, but it turned out to be a huge disappointment.
3. David Johnson - 3/5 - "The witch is gone" had potential, but it fell flat for me. The concept was interesting, but the execution was lacking. The pacing was off, and the movie seemed to drag on. I also found some of the scenes to be confusing and hard to follow. While there were some positive aspects, such as the cinematography, overall, I was not impressed with this film.
4. Emily Brown - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "The witch is gone" based on the trailer, but unfortunately, it did not deliver. The story felt disjointed and the characters lacked depth. I found myself struggling to stay engaged throughout the movie. The ending was also unsatisfying and left me with more questions than answers. Although there were a few compelling scenes, they were not enough to redeem this film in my eyes.