A Moment Of Silence

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/moviesnow/la-et-mn-aurora-dark-knight-rises-shootings-have-eerie-overtones-20120720,0,6667244.story?track=rss

It was supposed to be one of the biggest events in Hollywood of all time. People were excited for it for several years. I'm talking about the premiere of The Dark Knight Rises. And one man ruined it for everyone.

This despicable human being opened fire at a midnight showing of the movie last night. 14 were killed, and ~50 were injured. These figures both include young children. Disgusting. These people were all dying to see the movie, and being here must have been very meaningful. However, they died before even getting past the half hour mark. It's shameful that they can't experiences what they've been waiting for for so long. I don't want to think about the implications of the box office after this event. Seeing this event has made me sick to my stomach ever since I woke up this morning. 

I can only imagine what the filmmakers are going through. It wasn't their fault that this happened, and none of them should feel responsible for one horrible person's vile actions. Knowing that a film you worked so lovingly on for so long has led to this? It must be painful for them. Of course, the biggest sympathy goes out to the victims, as well as their friends and family. No one could have possibly seen this coming. It was a highly anticipated movie that turned into a nightmare for these people. The close friends and families of the victims are probably in shocked disbelief and utter devastation after finding out about this. My thoughts go out to all of you.

I don't know what the killer's motives was, but no matter what he was trying to prove or accomplish, he changed the way many would go into this movie. He changed excitement to fear for many people, and turned  what was supposed to be an exciting moment into a living nightmare. History was made, but not in a good way. Several years in prison would hardly atone for the cruel things that he's done.

My point is this: I'm not telling you not to see the movie because of what happened. Just recognize the unfortunate souls who never got to experience the movie they longed to see-or any such movie to come.

Thank you for listening.