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Friday, August 15, 2003 - 10:09 am EditMoveDeleteIP
A message from Will Kirby...

Hey,

I thought you might be interested in the following article. I'll be doing
radio station interviews on Sept 9th. Questions concerning this broadcast
can be answered by Adam Giagni, Bravo Entertainment Publicity,
(818)-840-3937.

Best Regards,

Will
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BRAVO GETS REAL WHEN THE CABLE NETWORK EXAMINES THE REALITY
TELEVISION GENRE IN ITS FIVE PART DOCUMENTARY SERIES 'THE REALITY OF
REALITY'

BURBANK - August 13, 2003 - Bravo explores the world of reality
television and the every-day-people-turned pop icons by this genre in a
five-part
documentary series "The Reality of Reality," set to air September 8,
2003 at 9-10 p.m. (ET). Narrated by Golden Globe winner Kyle MacLachlan
("Twin
Peaks" and "Sex and the City"), the series will air concurrently
throughout the week of September 8.

The documentary series reviews the current trend of reality television
series, referring to such current brands as NBC's "Fear Factor,"
"Survivor" and "The Bachelor," as well as examining the history of the
genre, the
scandals and the fifteen minute celebrities created in its wake.

The episodes are as follows:

"The Reality of Reality: How Real is Real?" - This first installment
investigates the unseen side of reality television and the producers
behind it, exposing some of the best-kept secrets in Hollywood. The episode
features interviews with Ytossie Patterson of "Temptation Island,"
Sarah Kozer of "Joe Millionaire," Jacqueline Kelly of Manhunt, Joel Klug of
"Survivor," Jerri Manthey of "Survivor" and "The Surreal Life," Danny
Wolf, Producer of "Busted on the Job" and investigative reporter Peter
Lance.
From basic fudging to recreating footage all the way down to federal
charges, Bravo investigates the stories that have Hollywood's top brass
wringing their hands.

"The Reality of Reality: Behind the Scenes" - From conception to
post production, this episode provides an in-depth look inside the
genre that has revolutionized television. Featuring interviews from some of
Reality TV's top producers, casting directors, editors and stunt
producers including: "Survivor" executive producer Mark Burnett, "Fear
Factor"
executive producer Matt Kunitz, "Big Brother" executive producers
Arnold Shapiro and Allison Grodner, "Survivor" host Jeff Probst and Cord
Keller, the director of "Survivor."

"The Reality of Reality: America's Instant Idols" - This installment
explores the reality "personality" - ordinary people doing
extraordinary things for the chance to become a star. Some of reality TV's
most
memorable stars share their incredible stories, including Justin Guarini of
"American Idol," Jerri Manthey of "Survivor," Dr. Will Kirby, of "Big
Brother 2," Alex Michel of "The Bachelor," Eric Nies of "The Real World,"
Richard
Hatch of "Survivor," Danny Bonaduce, Gladys Sanabria of "Road Rules 7," Joel
Klug of "Survivor" and Monica Bailey of "Big Brother 2." The episodes
reveal what happens when reality celebrities hit minute 16 on the 15 minutes
of fame ride.

"The Reality of Reality: Everything New is Old" - From "Truth or
Consequences" to "Survivor," this episode poses the question: is
reality really new? Examining the genesis of reality with moments from your
popular shows and interviews from reality veterans and historians such as
Bob
Barker of "Truth or Consequences," John De Mol of Endemol, Steven Chao
formerly a Fox executive, Gary Owens host of "The Gong Show," Craig Gilbert
producer of "An American Family," John Langley producer of "Cops," and
Jonathon
Murray producer of "Real World." This show succinctly shows how today's
reality series are nothing but the next evolution of yesterday's reality
programs, dating back to one of the first television show ever to go over
the
airwaves.

"The Reality of Reality: Outrageous Worldwide TV" - The final
installment offers viewers a look into the international reality
television market and outrageous series from around the globe. See where
and how
reality television began in this shocking, bizarre and often hilarious
program that examines how far television can push sexual, moral and
cultural boundaries all over the world. The episode features interviews
with
John de Mol, creator of "Big Brother"; Anna Brakenhielm, Sweden's "Queen of
Reality TV"; international media consultant Gary Carter; Brian Dowling,
winner
of "Big Brother 2"; in the United Kingdom; and the first-ever reality show
winner, Martin Melin, of "Expedition Robinson" in Sweden (the
first-ever
"Survivor").

Perhaps best known for his recent role in the hit cable series "Sex and
the City," MacLachlan made his feature film debut in the sci-fi epic "Dune"
for director David Lynch. His other film credits include Lynch's "Blue
Velvet," "The Doors," "Timecode," "Hamlet," "The Flintstones," "One Night
Stand"
and "Northfork." He garnered an Emmy Award nomination for his portrayal of
FBI Agent Dale Cooper in the series "Twin Peaks" and appeared again in the
feature film: "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me."

World of Wonder Productions produced four of the five installments with
Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey serving as executive producers and
Gabriel Rotello as supervising producer. Jumbolaya Productions produced
"The
Reality of Reality: Outrageous Worldwide TV" with Nancy Stern and
Mary-jane April serving as executive producers.
"The Reality of Reality" five-part series was produced in conjunction
with Bravo. Executive producers for Bravo are Shari Levine and Amy
Introcaso-Davis.

Bravo, an NBC Cable Network since December 2002, is currently seen in
more than 70 million homes and was the first service dedicated to film and
the performing arts when it launched in December 1980. Today, Bravo offers
innovative arts and entertainment programming with a unique point of
view featuring original series, feature films (both independent and
mainstream), theater, dance, music and documentaries. Bravo boasts
critically
acclaimed original programming -- including "Inside the Actors Studio"
hosted by
James Lipton, "Cirque du Soleil Fire Within" and this summer's breakout hit
"Queer Eye for the Straight Guy." For more information visit
www.bravotv.com.


MEDIA CONTACT:
Jennifer Skorlich, Bravo Entertainment Publicity, 818/840-4630
Bill Brennan, Bravo Entertainment Publicity, 212/ 561-3303
Adam Giagni, Bravo Entertainment Publicity, 818/840-3937

Kitt

Friday, August 15, 2003 - 02:30 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Wow that looks interesting! Thanks for bringing it to our attention.