Normally events that have boring and bland, somewhat unrecognizable names speak volumes about what the event truly holds. Not so in this case. Although not the best name for the event, Paleyfest 08 is a gathering of celebrities, fans, and critics for what is, arguably, a TV addict’s dream. It’s probably the equivalent of a Star Wars junkie discovering he or she really has midichlorians. (And that, readers, is me wearing my geek on my sleeve.)
While not on the level of Comic-Con or even as recognizable as “AFI presents. . .,” Paleyfest is definitely on its way towards notoriety, and this year’s panel of various television shows does not fail to deliver.
Kicking off the event on March 14 is a 40th anniversary presentation of Elvis’s Comeback Special with Priscilla Presley presiding. Largely considered responsible for reinvigorating The King’s career, the special showcases Presley as an artist who could do more than star in cheesy films. And for those of the MTV generation, this special is also considered the predecessor of today’s “Unplugged” sets.
Other highlights of the festival include The Comedy World of Judd Apatow and Friends and a Buffy, the Vampire Slayer reunion. With the success of movies such as The 40-Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up, Apatow has established himself as the standard for today’s Hollywood comedies. A recent Entertainment Weekly article even stated how executives “speak of making comedy in a ‘post-Judd world.’” Translation: He’s THAT big. And what many will consider the festival’s apex, the cast of Buffy, the Vampire Slayer will reunite for one special night. Even after the series’ end, Buffy remains one of television’s ground breaking shows, deftly handling themes of horror, comedy, drama, and the supernatural, all while remaining culturally relevant. Even the vampire slayer, herself, Sarah Michelle Gellar is expected to be in attendance.
The rest of the festival includes such critical favorites and award winning series such as Mad Men, Pushing Daisies, Friday Night Lights, Chuck, Damages, Dirty Sexy Money, and Gossip Girl. For those who are more reality oriented, Dancing with the Stars and Tracey Ullman will have panels as well.
The downside—yes, there is a downside—is that tickets are first available to members, and membership might set you back a few hundred bucks. Individual ticket sales go on sale to the public on February 10th.
For the complete schedule and tickets check out: www.mtr.org
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