Reality shows have become the medium of television, but what makes them so popular? It is hard to imagine that shows such as "Jersey Shore" and "Teen Mom" have reoccurring seasons. These reality shows may not be every one's first choice, but the continuous drama and characters create a story line that is constantly drawing in more viewers.
These shows rely on the viewers popularity and the best part about them is they cost half as much as scripted shows to make. This is what allows them to be produced more frequently, thus being the reason why there are so many reality shows on television today. Since the cost is that much less this allows more reality shows to be on TV, giving people the option to pick and choose which ones are to their liking.
Although we may get the same opportunity with scripted shows by getting to decide which one to watch, with reality shows it is a more make or break situation with their season airing. Since they do provide us with an escape from the world we live in and create 'real life' experiences this is intriguing to so many making viewers more drawn in to reality television.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/13/business/media/13reality.html?_r=1
1 comment:
I use to wonder why is it that we are hooked on on reality shows. However,I had to ask myself why I watch them, and I watch them for the drama. As mentioned in the blog, the shows do rely on viewers popularity and we are successful in making that happen. It is definitely cost efficient to just get a camera crew and follow a bunch of people that is open to sharing there lifestyles.
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