Reality

“Never give up!” These words are repeatedly shouted by Enzo, a character who has fame and fortune as a former reality show star. It’s meant as advice to Luciano (Aniello Arena), a fishmonger who desperately wants to follow in Enzo’s footsteps and appear on Italy’s version of the reality television series, Big Brother. Doggedly, Luciano pursues his dream and as he seems to get closer to the possibility, he unravels. Poignant, potent, and heartfelt, Reality is an incisive character study that shines a light on how TV and the allure of money and fame can distort our perception of ourselves...  read more

Seven Reality Programs We'll Actually Watch

We're firm believers that reality programming has dumbed down television. But we also recognize that not all reality shows are Jersey Shore. Hidden among Wife Swap and The Swan are programs with a more documentary sensibility or competition shows that manage to be gripping. Here are seven worth watching.  read more