A survey last month from Motorola found that consumers with high-definition television were so impressed by the picture quality they watched almost anything that looked good whether they were interested in the subject or not. Other results from the survey of more than 1,000 Americans included: 30% said they are watching more nature shows than they did in 3^rd grade; 12% said they are watching sports, even though they don't like sports; and 11% are using HDTV to their delight in pointing out celebrity blemishes and flaws. Survey respondents also revealed they would like to see old movies re-released in HD, with the number one choice being 1946 black and white holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life.

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