The Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics has stirred controversy with a scene that some have deemed offensive and disrespectful. The scene, which featured drag queens, a transgender model, and a singer portraying the Greek god of wine, has been described as a spoof of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” painting. This has sparked outrage among Catholics, Christians, and Muslims worldwide.
Organisers have issued an apology for the performance, which took place against the backdrop of the River Seine. However, some people have criticised the scene as being demeaning and disgusting. The incident has raised questions about whether it was simply an example of freedom of expression.
Guests on a panel discussing the controversy have included Simon Kuper, a columnist for the Financial Times, David Goldblatt, a sports journalist, and Gerard O’Connell, a Vatican correspondent for America Magazine.
The scene at the Opening Ceremony has sparked a debate about the boundaries of artistic expression and respect for religious beliefs. It remains to be seen how this controversy will impact the rest of the Olympics and whether further action will be taken in response to the backlash.
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