Final Project Outline

Here ya go:

The idea for my final project is based off of the HBO series Newsroom. This has quickly become one of my favorite shows mainly because it addresses facts and fiction in a highly entertaining and informative way. I also am a theatre guy which has given me some thoughts as to how to approach this.

To start, I will be working with Ben for the script and I will have a couple of friends in the theatre department help me with the acting. The filming requirements and location have yet to be finalized, but the set will be that of a newsgroup's set. I will be acting as the anchor and moderator who will be interviewing a representative of the Palestinians and one of the Israelis.

Where it will get interesting is in the script. The topic at hand will be a current event taking place in Israel. It will be a fictitious one based off of real events so that we can address typical arguments made by both sides.
The representative of both parties will intentionally be biased to show what the common argument is so that the anchor will have the opportunity to speak on a factual basis. The acting will intentionally be emotional and argumentative to represent the passion made on both sides. The anchor's main job will be to rebuttle all of the arguments on with on a factual basis.

I like this format for a number of reasons. The first one is because we can address the arguments typified by each party. This format also allows there to be objective fact in a debate that so often is based on emotion alone. Secondly, this format gives me artistic discretion to drive the facts home. I believe I have the experiences, resources, and most importantly some amazing friends that will help this be a very special project.

Here are some links to clips from the Newsroom format that give some meat to the bones of this idea:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAjX2aiX3PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdeSsnjuS0Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBnk2aKsIQA