Life preserver
Article Abstract:
Natural history appears to have all the attributes to survive and prosper in the growing world of new media. The material can be easily translated and dubbed into different formats and languages, the genre emphasizes high quality imagery, and the typical audiences often want more interactivity and information than a traditional television program provides.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2000
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That's entertainment
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The worldwide success of the reality show "Survivor" has led to an onslaught of copy-cat shows. Television producers are now trying to tap into new reality trends or change ones that have already proven successful to come up with new programming. The article lists some shows that are expected to debut soon.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2001
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Survival of the fittest
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Telvision wildlife documentaries have gone from boom to bust, due at least partly to the extremely insular and conservative nature of the industry, where scientists are often resistant to change. Many television producers see interactive media as a means of saving the genre.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2000
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