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The “starting whistle” of the Ramadan drama marathon rang, and before the scriptwriters’ pens were dry and the actors recovered from the fatigue of filming, the virtual skin platform was launched into the “X” space. It was as if they were in a frenzied race to make a final judgment on a work that had not yet passed its two-hour mark.
What we are witnessing today is not just an opinion, but a pre-emptive strike that forcibly controls the preferences of the viewer and forces them to adopt a hostile attitude toward the work before its function is complete.
How can you save months of effort and judge a long-running series through a scene or two episodes?
This is a huge injustice to the story and to the actors, who have yet to begin to express the deep curves of their characters.
Between “the right to criticize” and “punctuality”
We do not ask you to make a fuss or turn a blind eye to blunders, as criticism is the main driver of real development, but it is timing that makes the difference between fixing and destroying.
Why do we put Saudi creators under the microscope of “absolute perfection” from episode one, while ignoring the failures of international productions in the name of directorial vision?
This stinging attack goes beyond art and reaches spiritual discouragement. It robs artists of the joy of creation and fills their work environment with fear rather than passion. How can our industry ever compete internationally if the ship’s oars break before it sets sail?
The development we seek will not be achieved under the burden of premature whiplash. Drama is a human journey with escalating events and gradual growth of characters, and justice requires giving the script and direction enough time to tell the story.
Let us observe with keen eyes and monitor the negatives rationally. But let’s do that when the photo is complete. With the calmness befitting your media status, say “well done” to those who did the deed and “you made a mistake” to those who made a mistake.
In the world of sports, we have learned not to judge the outcome of a match from the first minutes, but to wait for the final whistle and analyze performances, tactics, and dramatic actions just as we would a match. Its creators need ample opportunity to give their all at Ramadan Stadium.
Let us be conscious viewers who give ourselves a chance to enjoy, give creators the right to challenge, and criticize with the sportsmanship we strive to build. The ultimate goal is to keep the name of Saudi art high on coronations and podiums of honor.
