ALBAWABA - The Paris 2024 Olympics' Opening Ceremony has sparked criticism due to its portrayal of "The Last Supper." Drag performers recreated the famous religious scene during the July 26 event, which sparked strong criticism from some viewers.
The celebration featured a reworking of the well-known picture "The Last Supper," which depicts Jesus Christ and his apostles, as a tribute to Paris's illustrious art scene. Religious audiences, however, took issue with the portrayal's inclusion of drag queens and other performers. Many denounced what they saw as a demeaning parody of a revered Christian symbol on social media.
Bipartisan reactions have been observed to the ceremony. A tweet calling the event "SATANIC" and accusing the Olympics of ridiculing Christian customs was among several who found the representation upsetting.
Far-right French lawmaker Marion Maréchal and Tesla CEO Elon Musk denounced the image as demeaning to Christians. Some viewers have responded to the scandal by calling for a boycott, claiming on social media that the event mocks religious symbols. Harrison Butker, an NFL player, expressed his disapproval of the act by citing scripture.
A another commenter called the performance "transgend*r mockery" and said that it was not intended for Christian audiences.
Harrison Butker, an NFL player, expressed his disgust on social media by posting a verse from the Bible that talks about divine justice and reaping what one sows. This response stoked even more discussion over the contentious aspects of the event.
The organizers of the Paris Olympics have not yet responded to the particular issues brought up by the criticism. As the games go on, the occasion stays at the center of conversation.
