'The Contestant' Review: Documentary on Vintage Japanese Reality Show
'The Contestant' on Hulu looks at the aftermath of the 1980s Japanese reality show that was a forerunner of 'The Truman Show.'
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'The Contestant' on Hulu looks at the aftermath of the 1980s Japanese reality show that was a forerunner of 'The Truman Show.'
The arrest of France’s most celebrated film star on two charges of recent sexual assault ought to occasion, in any normal circumstances, shock and outrage. Unfortunately, that star happens to be Gérard Depardieu, meaning the news is only capable by this point of generating a numb revulsion.
A mindblowing new doc revisits a Japanese show that broadcast a comedian surviving on sweepstakes prizes — and paved the way for modern reality TV.
The star has been accused of multiple sexual assaults and is cherished by the establishment. But for how long?
Jeff Bridges helped Rosie Perez land her Oscar-nominated role in 'Fearless' despite studio concerns about an onscreen interracial relationship.