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who hates reality tv

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What ever happened to good old science fiction and action movies? it would seam all the classic shows have been replaced with reality TV shows which involve for example fat people running around and doing pointless tasks to lose weight(biggest loser), or a bunch of people staying in a house (big brother) the list goes on and on.

The next thing you know people will be competing on shows where if you lose you die for example if you win you get a kidney http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/kidney-donation-reality-tv-show-a-hoax/2007/06/02/1180205552994.html
Although this particular show was a hoax enough people believed in it to spark a debate on weather reality TV has gone too far i for one agree. If a show like this has already started in the Netherlands can you imagine where it could lead too...
Perhaps Steven king wasn't too far of the mark when he wrote "The running man".
Posted by steve321, Tuesday, 1 April 2008 10:00:20 PM
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Ive got to admit that I see reality tv as "towards the decline of a civilisation".
Like porn... oh dear Lord please get rid of the pornography for the sake of the women...it adds to a thoughtlessness that either hurts self or others, or nullifies personal respect.
Its ludicrous carnival.
Extreme sports to me are also a symptom of the mindless boredom of modern youth.
Did you see Galdiators are back?
I likewise wonderered if, one day, in the great darkness of the Bibles endtimes, if Galdiators wouldnt once more become a real thing like when the christians were getting the blade in the Colusseum?
Decadent world, getting worse each day.
Posted by Gibo, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 7:54:27 AM
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Reality TV is certainly part of the 'dumbing down' trend. While it is easy enough just to turn the TV off or change channel, the topic is an interesting vis a vis the media influence debate - a reflection of society or one of the players?

Much rather read a good book myself or paint but some people appear to like reality TV and while there is a market I guess nothing will change until the public tires of the novelty.

It must be difficult for the good writers and producers who might, as a consequence, no longer enjoy ready access to the media. Reality TV is not only growing but making money if the amount of 'phone-in to vote' type programs are any indication. Why pay a good script writer when you can not only make money from advertising but from the actual show itself!

The ABC and SBS still come up with some good documentaries and drama.
Posted by pelican, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 9:38:10 AM
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Commercial TV is ultimately about profit and reality TV is cheap to produce. Add to that the income stream created by getting people to send messages to premium SMS numbers, and the attraction of reality TV to the broadcasters is clear.
Posted by Sylvia Else, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 9:51:49 AM
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Where there's a demand - there's a supply. Reality TV -appeals to many people, obviously.

There's so many that watch 'Lost' and the weight-loss programs. Then I must admit - I got hooked on, 'Dancing With The Stars,' because I found it fun. Even the 'Big Race' had me watching for a while. I guess it's like 'arm-chair travel,' you get to experience something different - without leaving the comfort of your home.

Too easy...
Posted by Foxy, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 10:36:19 AM
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Yes, the mindless pap of reality TV is part of the 'dumbing-down' process. Also, it is a cheaper option for the channels than buying quality programs. As already mentioned, these shows make more money by having phone-ins at higher rates. Add to that the endless onslaught of mindless adverts and it's no wonder that I've watched most of my DVDs and read a hell of a lot of books.

One type of 'reality TV' is different though, Michael Palin has made quite a few programs on his travels. That's what I call reality.
Posted by Jack the Lad, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 12:50:12 PM
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