People would have considered this because they were looking for novelty and the unexpected, perhaps an added benefit. Maybe it depends on who the pain and suffering is being experienced by. I mean, what if you are doing this to a horrible, murderous dictator? Does that take an attitude which, if it was any one else, you would be horrified that you were enjoying watching the spectacle?"
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.