Too Soon?

Comedians will tell you that disasters aren't funny right after they happen, but eventually they can joke about even the most awful things. Entertainment and sporting events are sometimes rescheduled after an awful event. The following Los Angeles Times story discusses this uneasy intersection between tragic news events and entertainment in light of the recent events in Paris.

Questions...

•Are there any disasters so horrible that they should not be turned into movies or TV episodes? How long should we wait before turning tragedy into entertainment?

•When should entertainment TV shows and sports events be suspended? (this happened after John F. Kennedy's assassination)

•How do movies, TV shows and other entertainment help us make sense of the world?

•What responsibilities do movies or TV shows about historic events or recent tragedies have to be authentic?