Genre in TV programming has greatly changed since the time television was invented. This is an obvious fact. Still, the concept of bringing televisions shows to reality through the introduction of reality-based programs has broken the classic notion of predictable TV, and the offering of real-time, unscripted TV shows brings the level of entertainment into higher toes.
Reality shows are watched by thousands of viewers because of the excitement and a plethora of surprises that awaits them since behavior of characters are mostly unexpected and the twist and turns of events are not so predictable unlike in the regular television series that we used to watch. But, since viewers are offered with those kinds of entertainment, their idea of an ending for a show becomes predictable, and eventually they have already thought of the possible endings for a show even if those programs are not even finished yet. This is a challenge to entertainment conceptualizers on how to strategize and formulate reality-based programs that will offer a new flavor and excitement for their target market. Also, it is important to consider culture-sensitive contents so as not to offend one’s religion and social standards, or even face legal sanctions on the part of the censors.
Regardless of future developments, reality shows will still exist as people want surprises and since most people believe in the cliché that one’s life is unique, so as every show that characters in reality programs portray.
The author is a fan of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up and loves to watch the housemates particularly Cathy Remperas and Carolyn Batay.
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