Are you cobbling up the meaning of humble with being mean and paltry? This ceremony befits the singular, unique office of the Papacy, which is a monarchy. It's dignity should reflect this, and the glory of God. When our Lord returns, will you recognize Him? Since He'll manifest Himself in His Kingly glory, and not some barefoot hippie.
A mental shortcut. They were "lost" until someone found them and put them online :-) There are still plenty of films in the archives that have never been widely circulated.
