LectureKinderandGentlerGazeofBigBrother.pptVIP

Lecture 4: Reality TV The Kinder, Gentler Gaze of Big Brother Reality TV in the Era of Digital Capitalism BIG BROTHER 8 BACKYARD -- The first thing that grabs your attention upon entering the backyard is a gigantic spinning teacup. Other new amenities in the backyard include an oversized chess set and for sport a brand new tetherball pole! As always, the houseguests will have the use of both a swimming pool and hot bubbling jacuzzi along with a lounging area, outdoor shower and a hammock for cuddling. Julie Chen, host of BIG BROTHER 8, gives a tour of the Big Brother house located in Los Angeles, CA. BIG BROTHER 8 premieres on July 5 on the CBS Television Network. BIG BROTHER LIVING ROOM: The eclectic living room with its paisley wallpaper and enormous light boxes serve as the backdrop for the houseguests every week as the place they gather to talk to Julie Chen for live shows. The purple love seat for the nominees is accented by two long irridescent maroon couches for the non-nominees. Topiaries line one wall, while elaborate victorian sconces on purple backplates accent the other. BIG BROTHER LIVING ROOM: The eclectic living room with its paisley wallpaper and enormous light boxes serve as the backdrop for the houseguests every week as the place they gather to talk to Julie Chen for live shows. The purple love seat for the nominees is accented by two long irridescent maroon couches for the non-nominees. Topiaries line one wall, while elaborate victorian sconces on purple backplates accent the other. BIG BROTHER 8 HOUSE: DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN--The dining room and kitchen suggest that something about this house is just a little different. Along with oversized kitchen utensils, pots and pans are attached to the cabinetry. The massive dining room table and the elaborate woodcarvings on the walls all are suggestive of an English manor as viewed through the looking glass. Questions 1. What is the thesis (of this thesis)? 2.What is the theoretical basis? 3. What is t