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Plot: An unsettling look at reality television, where a disturbing game show has its contestants ending their lives for the public’s enjoyment.
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Extremely different and original take on reality TV
First, I am a big fan of Giancarlo Esposito who has been in many films as well as gained much notoriety as the Meth Dealing King in “Breaking Bad”. Although I’m not sure, I believe this is his directorial debut in a feature length motion picture.Without any spoilers, I will sum up why I thought his was a very well done and interesting film.
The premise: A reality show host witnesses two contestants get killed on live TV in a previous show he hosted. Fed up with mindless fake Television (aren’t we all?) he formulates a “real” and fully transparent Isea for a show that has people wanting to commit suicide live on TV. The idea is, the network will put up $100,000 and the TV audience can match or donate as much to the surviving family members to better their lives.
Clearly, I’m sure this concept would break many laws in each and every state in the U.S. But, as is done in Hollywoodland, they address the legal aspects and find loopholes to allow this to be broadcast.
What I thought was very entertaining and thought provoking was the simple concept that Reality Television seems to be getting more and more perverse and it’s not impossible to believe something of this sort and magnitude will eventually air and be watched by millions. This is not to say actual suicides will ever be televised. My point is, it seems television today has to go bigger and bolder to outdo one another to gain ratings.
The acting by all was way above par. The story line and plot simple enough but highly engaging. The concept very morbid but again, there is a quality of realism in its concept.
This is a very different story then the typical slop put out within the premise And done with a reality I thought was accurate. One caveat….again, I don’t believe a show like this would ever be aired and those who would watch should have their heads examined. That said, I give it an 8/10 for originality and something entirely different.
Kudos Giancarlo!
Do you like Black Mirror, then you’ll like this.
A sad look at the reality of reality tv. How far is too far, when it comes to the truths of peoples lives? If you want to watch a film that pushes the boundaries of the possibility of where entertainment can go in the not so distant future, then this film is for you. It has strong remnants of Black Mirror. It’s scary how close to this reality we are every day.
Original Language en
Runtime 1 hr 44 min (104 min)
Budget 0
Revenue 0
Status Released
Rated R
Genre Drama, Thriller
Director Giancarlo Esposito
Writer Kenny Yakkel, Noah Pink
Actors Josh Duhamel, Giancarlo Esposito, Famke Janssen
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Awards 5 nominations
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Aspect Ratio 1.85 : 1
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