An AmericanFamily

That’s Incredible!

The Dangers“what's missing, compared to real life are the inhibitions" (Alexander 46)

Reality TV is the Ultimate Drama

"Relationships. Conflicts. Dilemmas. Stakes. Emotions. Ideas. These elements are found in drama and in audiences' response to it" (Alexander 46)

Creating Our Own Reality TV Show

Link To Our Video

Acknowledgements

Dr. Valenza, for helping me organize all of my thoughts into a creative medium with my Glogster.

Mr. Meder, for being my mentor and allowing Greg and I to use his equipment to create our video.

Greg Griffin, for being a great partner with writing, directing and editing our hands on project.

The Cast: Ryan McWilliams Sam Weisser Corsair Layton

Katie Brong Tori Reynolds

Sophie Finn

Mrs. Ward, for helping me with how I could best put my ideas into my presentation.

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