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World Cup Half-Time Show Draws Criticism for Bizarre Appearance
The World Cup half-time show has drawn widespread criticism for its bizarre and disjointed appearance, prompting questions about the use of AI or digital enhancement. Many viewers and experts described it as a confusing mess, hoping it would be the last of its kind.
20 Jul, 16:00 — 20 Jul, 17:18
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irish-independent39d ago
Seán O'Connor: Hopefully, the first bizzare World Cup half-time show will be the last
By Seán O'Connor
Read full article →the-journal39d ago
AI or digital enhancement? We asked an expert why the World Cup half-time show looked so odd on TV
Some people have been wondering if Madonna’s opening number began with a pre-recorded video.
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First report: irish-independent · 20 Jul, 16:00|Full coverage: 2 · 1h|Window: 1h
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