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TV,eh? What's up in Canadian television

Behind the scenes of the Rick Mercer Report

rickmercerweb2.jpgFrom Alex Griffith of the University of Toronto Strand:

  • The Rick Mercer Report: cross-country satire
    “When Rick Mercer entered the CBC studio, the first thing that caught my attention was how short he actually is. For someone who looms like the CN Tower in Canadian television, Mercer’s short stature was initially underwhelming. The surprise faded as Mercer launched his show, demonstrating why he is arguably Canada’s most popular comic.” Read more.
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Interview: Luke Kirby of Crash & Burn

crashburnFrom Bill Harris of Sun Media:

  • Adventures of a heroic insurance adjuster
    “After Hurricane Katrina, bitter residents of New Orleans were of the opinion there will be a special place in hell for insurance adjusters. And now, for your TV viewing pleasure, here’s Luke Kirby playing an insurance adjuster who is — wait for it — the protagonist. Really? ‘That’s right, mark my little circle in hell,’ Kirby said.” Read more.
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In the news: Geminis struggle for relevance

From Alex Strachan of Canwest:

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