Pause: Ben and Sheila Got Married
When you come to consider the impact video has on life -- it gives you pause.[CAMERA PANS LARGE RECEPTION HALL] "This is the crowd gathered for the wedding reception of Ben and Sheila Raster. They were united only half an hour ago in the Church of St. Vladimir of the Tubular Vision. Many in the party are carrying camcorders. Note the large Dumbo-tron screen flashing images from all of the cameras here assembled. The voice you hear belongs to the guy holding this camera. That's me, Monty, video-psychotherapist. You may remember me as the shrink who has been trying to help Vince Codac to wellness.
"There's Bill and Sadie. Sadie is shooting her husband, interviewing him. Let's interview her while we await the arrival of the bride and groom.
"Sadie, what are your thoughts about this marriage?"
"Cut, Bill. Well, Monty, as you know we've struggled with video-induced communications problems in our own marriage. My word of advice for the newlyweds: Ben doesn't have to quit making videos to become a good husband and father, he just has to keep the lines of communication open. After Bill started talking to me about his video passion, I learned enough to shoot decent video myself, wouldn't you say so hon…
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