Cowards.....

[Katie]

Originally Posted by Leo656

I actually don't think that's super-plausible, either. I just think it's the only thing that's even possible in the least.

And frankly, even if they did send sleepers over here, I think the first hot meal they'd had in decades would be enough to get them to switch sides. Like, 5 minutes off the boat. "Big Mac...? KRISPY KREME?! UP YOUR ASS, KIM-JONG, YOU TOLD US THE ENTIRE WORLD LIVED OFF RAT TURDS AND RICE!!! U-S-A!!! U-S-A!!!"

This.

Once they are out of North Korea, I think the leader God loses his tight grip.

I believe they will hack again, cause it's really all the can do to the U.S. I do not believe they can or would do any physical terrorist act.

[BubblyShell22]

I agree that a lot of North Koreans are misguided by what Kim says. If they even came to this country and found out about the awesome food here, they'd more than likely defect to our side in a heartbeat. But I don't like the idea of anyone getting hacked. That's still a freaky thing.

[Refractive Reflections]

Originally Posted by Leo656

And frankly, even if they did send sleepers over here, I think the first hot meal they'd had in decades would be enough to get them to switch sides. Like, 5 minutes off the boat. "Big Mac...? KRISPY KREME?! UP YOUR ASS, KIM-JONG, YOU TOLD US THE ENTIRE WORLD LIVED OFF RAT TURDS AND RICE!!! U-S-A!!! U-S-A!!!"

A substantial amount of North Koreans do know what it's like outside of their country through underground smuggling (i.e. like DVDs for example), the primary reason why the population doesn't uprise against the brutal regime is because of the pervasive police-state security and fear tactics the government uses. For example, if one family member defects the entire family gets thrown into prison.

If anyone is interested in secret recorded videos of the country, you can find it on Frontline's Documentary Secret State of North Korea:
http://video.pbs.org/video/2365155890/

[Prowler]

I wonder what's gonna happen once the NK regime is finally over. I doubt SK is gonna take millions of NK refugees.

The problem with NK is that, unlike any other authoritarian regime, its people are brainwashed to the point of being unable to function in a normal society. Your average NK would lose his **** in a democratic nation and fall into heavy drug usage, gambling, banging prostitutes, etc.

[TheCanadiandrome]

Originally Posted by Leo656

I actually don't think that's super-plausible, either. I just think it's the only thing that's even possible in the least.

And frankly, even if they did send sleepers over here, I think the first hot meal they'd had in decades would be enough to get them to switch sides. Like, 5 minutes off the boat. "Big Mac...? KRISPY KREME?! UP YOUR ASS, KIM-JONG, YOU TOLD US THE ENTIRE WORLD LIVED OFF RAT TURDS AND RICE!!! U-S-A!!! U-S-A!!!"

Rofl! And add "DEATH TO KIM-JONG!"

[Leo656]

A little anecdote. Not really relevant to the present conversation, just a little insight on that place.

Back in '96, a bunch of wrestling promoters from every major country in the world got together to stage an event in Pyongyang, North Korea at the invitation of their "great leader". It was part of a multi-day arts and sports festival the gov't put on to "promote peace" and basically try and convince the rest of the world that they weren't evil. Bunch of major names from wrestling and other sports were invited, including Muhammed Ali. Steiner Bros., Inoki, Ric Flair. The event drew about 160,000 people, although Kim-Jong claimed it was 340,000. It was easy to draw a crowd because attendance was basically mandatory; the military pushed people in with machine guns.

So, the guys get there, and these people are shockingly poor. Flair made the mistake of wearing a Rolex watch; one of his gov't "handlers" asked him how much it cost, and Flair told him, not thinking much of it. The guy said he didn't even know there was that much money in the WORLD. Those people live on like 20 cents a day, while "Glorious Leader" lives in a palace.

All the guys were followed around by armed guards, everywhere they went. Scott Norton's on the phone with his wife; she asks him how it's going, he says, "This place sucks," and the line immediately went dead. All the phones were tapped and everyone is watching everyone constantly. Lunacy.

So, my very favorite part: Right before the event, the gov't calls a press conference with all the athletes and performers, and he starts giving this long speech about how superior North Korea is, how evil the West is, how North Korea is going to wipe everyone out, the usual sh*t. He goes on and on, and when he finally stops talking, there's silence, and in that moment, Muhammed Ali of all people says, clear as a bell... "No WONDER we hate these motherf*ckers." Flair said he just looked around at all the military police with their guns drawn, looked at Ali, and thought to himself, "Oh, LORD, please don't start talking NOW!"

When they got back to America, the guys getting off the plane were literally kissing the ground. Everybody who was there tells the same story: That place is a sh*thole and nobody could pay them enough to ever go back.

F*ck North Korea, is basically the moral of the story. When Muhammed Ali thinks you suck, to the point where he almost sets off World War III, you really f***ing suck.

[BubblyShell22]

Damn. I don't blame them for that. I'd never go there either.

[Katie]

That's my main reason for believing all this is bluster. They don't have a lot of resources and what they do have goes to support the dictator and his cronies.

Plus, I figure if DPRK gets too far out in the weeds and the crazy escalates, their only "friend", China, will likely back away. Then they are in real trouble.

North Korea is like a fluffy little lap dog. In its own head it is big and relevant. It barks and snaps and growls while it believes China will back it up. When that security leaves and it realizes how weak and vulnerable it is, it is reduced to a shivering mass.

[slashpieturtlemix]

Originally Posted by Leo656

A little anecdote. Not really relevant to the present conversation, just a little insight on that place.

Back in '96, a bunch of wrestling promoters from every major country in the world got together to stage an event in Pyongyang, North Korea at the invitation of their "great leader". It was part of a multi-day arts and sports festival the gov't put on to "promote peace" and basically try and convince the rest of the world that they weren't evil. Bunch of major names from wrestling and other sports were invited, including Muhammed Ali. Steiner Bros., Inoki, Ric Flair. The event drew about 160,000 people, although Kim-Jong claimed it was 340,000. It was easy to draw a crowd because attendance was basically mandatory; the military pushed people in with machine guns.

So, the guys get there, and these people are shockingly poor. Flair made the mistake of wearing a Rolex watch; one of his gov't "handlers" asked him how much it cost, and Flair told him, not thinking much of it. The guy said he didn't even know there was that much money in the WORLD. Those people live on like 20 cents a day, while "Glorious Leader" lives in a palace.

All the guys were followed around by armed guards, everywhere they went. Scott Norton's on the phone with his wife; she asks him how it's going, he says, "This place sucks," and the line immediately went dead. All the phones were tapped and everyone is watching everyone constantly. Lunacy.

So, my very favorite part: Right before the event, the gov't calls a press conference with all the athletes and performers, and he starts giving this long speech about how superior North Korea is, how evil the West is, how North Korea is going to wipe everyone out, the usual sh*t. He goes on and on, and when he finally stops talking, there's silence, and in that moment, Muhammed Ali of all people says, clear as a bell... "No WONDER we hate these motherf*ckers." Flair said he just looked around at all the military police with their guns drawn, looked at Ali, and thought to himself, "Oh, LORD, please don't start talking NOW!"

When they got back to America, the guys getting off the plane were literally kissing the ground. Everybody who was there tells the same story: That place is a sh*thole and nobody could pay them enough to ever go back.

F*ck North Korea, is basically the moral of the story. When Muhammed Ali thinks you suck, to the point where he almost sets off World War III, you really f***ing suck.

That made my day completely! lol I can see Muhammad doing that

[BubblyShell22]

I heard on the news they will be putting The Interview on streaming sites so people will be able to see it via Internet.

[ZariusTwo]

[METALHEAD]

i think they should just show the movie just to spite those north korean commies. hell the reason why i wanna see it in the first place is cus theyre gonna make fun of that fat pig.

[TheCanadiandrome]

Originally Posted by METALHEAD

i think they should just show the movie just to spite those north korean commies. hell the reason why i wanna see it in the first place is cus theyre gonna make fun of that fat pig.

[BubblyShell22]

Just found out that they'll be showing the movie in select theaters when I watched Fox Chicago News at Noon. This is awesome news for those who want to see the movie.

[TheCanadiandrome]

gee maybe there's still hope then

[TigerClaw]

Originally Posted by BubblyShell22

Just found out that they'll be showing the movie in select theaters when I watched Fox Chicago News at Noon. This is awesome news for those who want to see the movie.

Yep, It'll be playing in a number of select theaters.
http://www.slashfilm.com/interview-theatrical-release/

[TheCanadiandrome]

well until it changes, it won't be shown at my local theater sadly

[mexichrist83]

The theater right by my apartment (which is not owned by a big chain) will be showing it. I don't really care about the movie but I may just go see it just because I can now, as a way to show my support for the theater and, of course, to spite NK's attempt to censor what we can see here.

[turtle1237]

Originally Posted by Leo656

A little anecdote. Not really relevant to the present conversation, just a little insight on that place.

Back in '96, a bunch of wrestling promoters from every major country in the world got together to stage an event in Pyongyang, North Korea at the invitation of their "great leader". It was part of a multi-day arts and sports festival the gov't put on to "promote peace" and basically try and convince the rest of the world that they weren't evil. Bunch of major names from wrestling and other sports were invited, including Muhammed Ali. Steiner Bros., Inoki, Ric Flair. The event drew about 160,000 people, although Kim-Jong claimed it was 340,000. It was easy to draw a crowd because attendance was basically mandatory; the military pushed people in with machine guns.

So, the guys get there, and these people are shockingly poor. Flair made the mistake of wearing a Rolex watch; one of his gov't "handlers" asked him how much it cost, and Flair told him, not thinking much of it. The guy said he didn't even know there was that much money in the WORLD. Those people live on like 20 cents a day, while "Glorious Leader" lives in a palace.

All the guys were followed around by armed guards, everywhere they went. Scott Norton's on the phone with his wife; she asks him how it's going, he says, "This place sucks," and the line immediately went dead. All the phones were tapped and everyone is watching everyone constantly. Lunacy.

So, my very favorite part: Right before the event, the gov't calls a press conference with all the athletes and performers, and he starts giving this long speech about how superior North Korea is, how evil the West is, how North Korea is going to wipe everyone out, the usual sh*t. He goes on and on, and when he finally stops talking, there's silence, and in that moment, Muhammed Ali of all people says, clear as a bell... "No WONDER we hate these motherf*ckers." Flair said he just looked around at all the military police with their guns drawn, looked at Ali, and thought to himself, "Oh, LORD, please don't start talking NOW!"

When they got back to America, the guys getting off the plane were literally kissing the ground. Everybody who was there tells the same story: That place is a sh*thole and nobody could pay them enough to ever go back.

F*ck North Korea, is basically the moral of the story. When Muhammed Ali thinks you suck, to the point where he almost sets off World War III, you really f***ing suck.

North Korea has even bragged(When Jong was alive) that they will host the Olympics' one day, Was in SK when I heard that boost, and I was thinking, if the folks that run the games become insane, and North Korea does host the games, I wonder how such a event will turn out?? Its not like they can drag people in with guns, because people all over the world would flood NK to see the games.

Yes no sane person should even think of that concept, but I had a good laugh with my South Korean friends when Jong made that claim. Of course what? 14 years or so later, the north is still waiting for there chance lol.