This year, comedy and sustainability are having their way with the typical famous-family reality program. I'm not a fan of the Jessica Simpson, Hulk Hogan, Kim Kardashian fueled reality shows that so frequently end in divorce and extreme bouts of "TMO" (too much information.) But Equator HD, “…the high-definition channel that seeks out the captivating sights, sounds and storied of the world’s most interesting people and places,” has given me some hope for celebrity family driven programs with the production of their original series, "Mario's Green House."
The show follows the family of Mario Van Peebles (well known for his role as Malcolm X in 2001's Ali and the TV drama Damages) as they embrace a green lifestyle and begin a huge eco-renovation of their Hollywood Hills home. Peebles will be equipped with a personal HD camera to capture his personal thoughts on Hollywood, fatherhood and going green, while a camera crew films the entire process.
The father of five energetic children is hoping to teach viewers that they can alter their lifestyles in hopes of a brighter and greener future. His famous 70's filmmaker father, Melvin Van Peebles and longtime friend Ed Begley will join the show for various episodes to spice things up. The Peebles do not have a cult following like other celebrity-families, which allows for an interesting look at the other side of Hollywood - the humble.
As the Peebles work to make their home eco-friendly, they'll also adopt sustainable behaviors in everyday life. The kids (some who are really teenagers) may whine and cry and Mario's acting/directing/writing career may get hectic but in the end I'm thinking we're going to see a pretty amazing project as it unfolds before our eyes in an 8-episode, unscripted program.
Executive producer of Equator HD, Ali Hossaini said, “We are excited to bring audiences a program that inspires and eco-friendly, green lifestyle.” It's awesome to see a celebrity promoting eco-friendliness by example. Countless others have joined the campaign for Greendom, but hot television spots and spokesperson commercials can only do so much. This reality program will show the world how to take the initiative and work towards a greener life for the benefit of the entire Earth.
There are sure to be eco-friendly promotional items for the program as its premiere day draws nearer. I'm sure a garden will be involved in the greenification of the Peebles Hollywood home which would make attractive and cool plantable paper a fun eco-friendly giveaway. Whatever promotional products they choose, I'll be rooting for this show.
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