I think it was a major mistake for them to mount another “Survivor” series so soon after the end of the last one. It makes it feel more played out to have it starting up again with barely a breather – no time to build up anticipation. That was definitely the case for me. I wasn’t even going to watch it tonight, but I broke down and gave it a try anyway.
Well, the no food and water thing was intriguing – for about a minute. I nicknamed the tribes “The Ugly Tribe” and “The Good-Looking Tribe” right away. Then I felt sort of numb for the rest of the hour. When we got to tribal council, I smiled a half-smile about the “tribal marker” they use to write down people’s names. Then it was over.
I don’t think I’ll be watching this one any more.
I agree. I think it’s too soon. We were watching and just kept finishing the survivor’s sentances with malicious comments.
Survivor: “My job on the tribe is… ”
Us: “to look like cameron diaz! (laughter and merriment)”
Survivor: “He’s a natural leader for the tribe”
Us: “except for the unfortunate nose!”
More anticipation would have been better. I think the quick re-hash of the show is a blunder on CBS’s part. They’re acknowledging the waning popularity too obviously.