Big County Restorations: The Fake Reality Show That Feels Dangerously Real - Dances With Films NY

Описание: Editor-in-chief John Wildman of FilmsGoneWild sits down with director Dan Angiolucci and writer-actor Joe Bell at Dances With Films New York to discuss their standout indie pilot, Big County Restorations — a mockumentary that doesn't just parody reality TV, it weaponizes it.

The team breaks down how they nailed the look, feel, and absurdity of basic cable reality shows like Pawn Stars and Storage Wars — without tipping the joke too far.

From stilted talking heads to impossible timelines and a mysteriously warm rock, Big County Restorations walks the razor's edge between "could this be real?" and "this is completely insane."

In this interview, Dan, Joe, and John explore:

Why parody works best when you resist over-explaining the joke
How reality TV's own evolution made it ripe for mockumentary treatment
Why indie pilots are uncharted territory — and why that's actually an opportunity The case for pure, unapologetic silliness in modern comedy
What Tim Robinson's success with I Think You Should Leave signals for the industry

Whether you're a filmmaker navigating the indie pilot landscape, a comedy writer studying the craft of parody, or just someone who's ever yelled at a Pawn Stars producer edit — this conversation is for you.

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