
Just when I
hoped thought reality
television was on its way out, Steven Spielberg enters the fray. He has teamed up with reality television genius Mark
Burnett. The new show for FOX is called
On the Lot and it's described as a cross between
American
Idol and
The Apprentice (huh?). Here's how it works: 16 finalists will divide into two teams. Each team
has to write, direct, and edit a short film from a different genre each week. The excitement will be in all the usual
frustrations that face filmmakers such as budgetary issues, creative differences, time crunch, and high-maintenance
talent. Like
American Idol, the show will air two nights each week. The first night will be the showings of
the contestants' films and the second night will be the "box office", where someone gets booted out of the
competition. The films will be judged by a panel of experts. The ultimate winner gets a studio deal with Dreamworks.
Sweet!
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
4-07-2006 @ 9:17AM
Patrick said...
If the short films are any good, this might actually be kind of entertaining. If they suck, it'll just be really painful.
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4-07-2006 @ 1:54PM
Porchland said...
This is a bit off topic, but I'd like to see a scripted show with a group of 5 or 6 actors that do "short story" episodes, where they play different characters and do different genres each episode. They could start with a cast of versatile, established actors and bring in different directors for each episode.
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4-07-2006 @ 11:16PM
Will Taylor said...
I've wanted a chance like this for the last 20 years. Steven Spielberg has been my role model as an independent filmmaker since I was 17. This is literally my lifelong goal. I've produced two short films in college, majoring in Film, Radio, and television production. I know I would be a perfect fit as a finalist. I bring that 20 years of experience to the table. How can I sign up or audition?
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4-22-2006 @ 2:38PM
Chris Tyra said...
When are the audition rules and casting calls be?
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