VIDEO: Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony video removed from YouTube after criticism

The official video of the "Paris 2024" Olympics opening ceremony was taken down from the Olympic Games' "YouTube" channel following a surge of harsh criticism.

Attempting to access the video now results in a message stating that it is unavailable. This has surprised many, given that opening ceremonies of past Olympics and current tournament content from various sports remain accessible.

No official explanation was provided as to why the video was deleted, leading to questions and widespread criticism from the public and media professionals.

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Details of the Controversial Opening Ceremony

The ceremony, held last Friday, included several controversial segments. Notably, a group of drag queens represented Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper," and singer Philippe Catrin appeared naked, portraying the Greek god Dionysus in the same scene.

Negative Reactions

The ceremony drew significant backlash, being described as offensive to Christianity due to the depiction of "The Last Supper." Additionally, the media criticized it for promoting violence, particularly through a segment featuring former Queen Marie Antoinette singing with a severed head. There were also organizational errors, such as raising the Olympic flag upside down and mistakenly referring to the South Korean team as the North Korean team, which intensified the criticism.

The Future of the Ceremony and Official Content

As the controversy continues, questions remain about how the Olympic Organizing Committee will address these criticisms and whether an official statement will clarify the reasons for removing the video from YouTube. Many are also eager to see what steps the committee will take to avoid similar issues in the future and ensure that the content aligns with the sports and cultural values of the Olympics.