A Bewitched statue in Salem - what show is next?
I don't live in Salem or visit very often, but I'm ready to jump into the "controversy" over a new statue of Samantha Stevens of Bewitched fame. Here's the AP's take on this really important issue: http://www.boston.com/ae/tv/articles/2005/06/17/bewitched_statue_goes_up_in_salem.I think it's pretty funny that folks would be upset about Salem's legacy and history being cheapened, but quick wit Scott Simon, host of NPR's "Weekend Edition" said (paraphrasing) he understands both sides of the controversy, but really doesn't think it's a good idea for a "Hogan's Heroes" statue to be erected in Berlin.
OK, Topazers and pop culture gems lurkers, which TV star/show deserves a bronzed statue and where would it be installed?
Lastly, from my daily "Howard Stern Show" intake, I've learned there is a porn star named Tabitha Stevens and I'm pretty sure it is not the original show's actress, Erin Murphy, all "grown" up. Hilarious name (little bit twisted?), but I'm guessing she would be a very controversal statue in Salem or even Las Vegas.
posted by Adam Zand @ 2:55 PM
3 Comments:
Tim Burton,
You're kidding, right? Have you been to Salem? I think the days of paying tribute to the "history and realness" of the area is done. Besides, Arthur Miller paid the best tribute to the history and he taught readers about the dangers of witch hunts in 1950s U.S.A. that is relevant today.
Anyone who thinks a Bewitched statue tarnishes the history of Salem (which is a joke, if you have ever been to Witch Museum), may get their revenge when the Bewitched movie comes out.
It could be horrible. Some early reviews were ok, but remember it was written by Nora Ephron, whose name sounds a lot like something you take for insomnia.
Hey, how do you people know those women back in the 1600's weren't witches? Don't come crying to me when you get turned into a newt.
And I am with Adam here. Salem is making money all over the place with selling witches. At least this one is hot.
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