deloxley 11 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 I agree, the started strong, and nevertheless, the videos are amazing... the city is amazing and in any video presentation they will always look better, but Erdogan talking about peace, love, even press freedom hahaha when we saw what he did a few weeks ago. Anyway, overall I was a bit scared by Istanbul presentation and although the videos were good, I think they wasted a huge chance to bring the IOC to their side (I think). 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Olympian2004 511 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Not good to say that Turkey is better off than 11 years ago, referring to the year when he became Prime Minister. This is not a campaign rally for your party, Mr. Erdogan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Citius Altius Fortius 560 Posted September 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 veiled insulting references to other bids I think I have to follow more closely - I didn't recognised that they made veiled insulting references to other bids.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Go Europe 1 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 I think Istanbul still has a chance, I dont think these presentations are so crucial! If a Muslim country will host Olympics anytime soon it is probably Turkey, way ahead of competition! Maybe it is the time! Let's see. If they win however, it will not because of this presentation, does not elicit any emotions! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Treo 3 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 One thing is clear, Erdogan is no Lula da Silva 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paul 619 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 i feel he is hurting the bid, so heavy is his presence, like Obama was. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
menegazfelipe 43 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 This is my desktop right now: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
intoronto 650 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 (edited) The video showed Istanbul 2030!? nvm Edited September 7, 2013 by intoronto Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mr.bernham 384 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 This video is giving me chills! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cinderella 6 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 It started much better than it's ending. The final flavour is not compelling, I'm afraid. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paul 619 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 ...what was that gay flag thing?????? just a shot at Sochi? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yoshi 353 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 If anyone is having trouble with the IOC link, set the language to "Floor" below the screen. It's working for me, & it's better because you hear what's being said without translation as though you're there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Treo 3 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Ok, now I'm really disappointed with their presentation, focusing too much on themselves, and also, that background voice on the video reminded me of Big Brother!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deloxley 11 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 I think it is funny that they use the figure of Jesus so much in the videos when the Hagia Sophia might become a mosque once again instead of being a museum as it is nowadays.... I think that reflects in a way the uncertainties of the Istanbul bid... a lot of promises but ..... the future might be different and I think uncertainty is too high for them to win. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Olympian2004 511 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Very corny, that final video - and correspondingly lukewarm applause. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paul 619 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 just show the beautiful city with music and I’d vote for Istanbul, don’t need the actor and other attempts to make Istanbul the sweet free city of kites. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Citius Altius Fortius 560 Posted September 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 ... that was really a good and emotional video - what I liked was that he included the "young athletes" in the audience Quote Link to post Share on other sites
emre 92 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 the last video sucks... opening ceremony could be awesome... young generation card at the end is a winning move i think. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mr.bernham 384 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 The video showed Istanbul 2030!? nvm well the only other time would be 2032. They are doing a great job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tutankamon 3 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 When begin Tokyo in CET? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yoshi 353 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 The opening ceremony bit looks stunning. I know who baron would vote for Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ktoles 18 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 That last video I believe was well put together but with the dictator PM and some of the arrogance displayed, I think Istanbul has not done anything to help their cause. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Go Europe 1 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 are they running late (it was supposed to be 45 mins)? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mr.bernham 384 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 the last video sucks... opening ceremony could be awesome... young generation card at the end is a winning move i think. I would completely agree. They have my heart! are they running late (it was supposed to be 45 mins)? Yeah Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yoshi 353 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Now my link is broken again Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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