1. The Experiment
Air date: 2014-09-06 · 60 min
The documentary series follows two first-time film directors, Shane Dawson and Anna Martemucci, who are given the opportunity to direct separate films adapted from the same original screenplay. "The Chair" will document the creation, marketing, and theatrical release of both films, and through multiplatform voting, the audience will ultimately determine which director will be awarded $250,000. Dawson is an internet superstar whose YouTube comedy channels boast more than 10 million subscribers and over a billion views. Martemucci is a writer, actor and filmmaker who co-wrote, produced and starred in the independent film "Breakup at a Wedding." Both directors will have creative leeway to develop their respective films using their own ingenuity and distinct experience. Actor Zachary Quinto and his producing partners Corey Moosa and Neal Dodson will join Moore and the script's original producer, Josh Shader, to serve as mentors to Dawson and Martemucci.
Open episode 1 ↗2. Dollars & Decisions
Air date: 2014-09-13 · 60 min
Shane and Anna are each seeking financing for their individual projects and it's proving difficult. Shane recruits a crew and scouts locations, while Anna experiences time-management issues and gets surprising news about an important hire.
Open episode 2 ↗3. Mentionable Is Manageable
Air date: 2014-09-20 · 60 min
The off-color script impacts casting and costs Shane a location, while Anna keeps producers out of a casting session.
Open episode 3 ↗4. The Ramp Up
Air date: 2014-09-27 · 60 min
As the teams head into their final week of pre-production, casting dilemmas loom for Anna and Shane. Table read lead to concerns about whether their individual scripts are ready for filming.
Open episode 4 ↗5. Picture's Up
Air date: 2014-10-04 · 60 min
With producers hovering, Anna and Shane feel the pressure of the first day on set.
Open episode 5 ↗6. Moving On
Air date: 2014-10-11 · 60 min
Anna has problems managing her time on set, while producers are concerned that Shane is playing it safe.
Open episode 6 ↗7. Making Your Days
Air date: 2014-10-18 · 60 min
Fatigue impacts filmmakers as tension develops between Shane and his producing partner, and Anna deals with both directing and acting.
Open episode 7 ↗8. Two Martinis
Air date: 2014-10-25 · 60 min
The final days of production arrive, so Shane makes a gesture that's a sign he is moving on from his You Tube persona, and Anna battles to maintain her own directing style.
Open episode 8 ↗9. The Test
Air date: 2014-11-01 · 60 min
Anna and Shane begin the lonely process of editing. Both filmmakers fight to stay true to their vision as they receive critiques of their work.
Open episode 9 ↗10. Outside the Bubble
Air date: 2014-11-08 · 60 min
In the season finale, the winner is revealed after Shane receives surprising news, while Anna deals with test-screening questions, and both filmmakers turn their attention to marketing and distribution.
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