Peer Production: 2 Cool Video Projects on Kickstarter

Fast on the heels of the criticism of Kickstarter’s use by moneyed showbiz pros who are, well, reluctant to spend their own money on what they claim are their dream projects, here are two amateur dream video projects that appeal to us, although for very different reasons.

What you probably want (we know we do):

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A television comedy about bad dates, crazy roommates, vajazzling and more. HOT FAIL is a half-hour comedy written by Tim Drucker and Tracy Weiler based on the tragic failings of Tracy’s dating life. Ever gone on a bad date? Ever had that date show up with a gift bag full of vampire teeth? Or turn out to be a criminal? If so, you and Tracy have a lot in common. read article

LB: Fox’s RAKE & ALMOST HUMAN Seem Pretty Good

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BROOKLYN NINE-NINE made me laugh too (even with Andy Samberg).

How do they look to you? read article

Extra! Everything You Need to Know About THE VENTURE BROTHERS

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All 4 seasons – in 8 minutes:

Extra! Miracles Happen – NBC Has Renewed COMMUNITY

communitybannerYep, really, it’ll be back. Says so right HERE

Ken Levine Tells Us All We Need to Know About Next Fall’s Schedule

Cuz he knows it.

Really, no snark/irony/sarcasm intended. Smart man, is Mr. Levine:

What’s the latest on all those TV pilots?
by Ken Levine

pilot_logosThings are starting to fall into place for the networks’ fall schedules. Many of the pilots that they were so high on two weeks ago are dead. Sure things like BEVERLY HILLS COP didn’t make it on the CBS schedule. Other front runners are wondering what happened. read article