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Reality TV in Iraq
todd [decorative spacer] July 12, 2005 [decorative spacer] 9:48 AM

There's an interesting story on the NPR website about reality TV in Iraq.

Apparently the shows are becoming huge in Iraq, but they often have "a social message". The shows rebuild demolished homes and attempt to overcome governmental corruption on behalf of individuals. One gives couples the wedding of their dreams on bomb-scarred streets, in what seems like a symbolic reclamation of the space.

Sounds a lot more meaningful than Trading Spouses.

Comments:
actually, there are a few i've liked, like Nanny 911. it sends nannys in to take care of unruly kids. but then she teaches the parents how to do it themselves, and the audience learns valuable parenting skills at the same time. i think it's great.

Posted by monica at July 13, 2005 8:17 AM

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