There are lots of reasons the authorities seem to be less than satisfied with these public executions. A consensus was developing that they weren't doing what you wanted them to do, not just because people weren't terrified, but because they weren't deterring crime. The other thing that was happening in the 17 hundreds, if you remember your history, is thea s present fear of the mob amongst the european autocratic rulers.
Pain is at the root of most drama and entertainment. When does it get too real? This very disturbing and graphic show looks into some case studies and asks some deep questions. WARNING Very intense subject matter.