ReachTV to Co-Produce, Distribute Series ‘The Reel Ones with Amir Arison’ (EXCLUSIVE)
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“The Blacklist” star Amir Arison’s series “The Reel Ones with Amir Arison” will be co-produced with and distributed by streaming television network ReachTV.
According to the press release, the series “highlights filmmakers and the subjects of their short film documentaries.” Arison serves as executive producer, host and co-creator on the show. Other executive producers include Stephanie Sharis, Lynnwood Bibbens, Anthony Samadani, George Sealey, Walter Procek, Parker Williams and co-creator and showrunner Jesse Scolaro. Lightbeam and ReachTV co-produce.
“‘The Reel Ones with Amir Arison’ takes viewers on an intimate journey to uncover the origins and motivations that drive storytellers and their creative projects. From the initial spark of an idea, each episode will provide an in depth look behind the screen, shedding light on the personal stories, passions, and perspectives of both the filmmaker and the subject who inspired the film,” reads the series description. “The Reel One with Amir Arison” will feature interviews and behind-the-scenes looks into a variety of films.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Lightbeam and Amir Arison on ‘The Reel Ones’ to help increase impact for the storytellers who capture and ignite change through their art. ReachTV is proud to introduce our viewers to new stories and perspectives they may not otherwise discover,” said ReachTV founder and CEO Bibbens.
“Meeting compassionate artists who document empowering individuals feels like a double dose of inspiration,” said Arison. “I can’t think of a better time to embark on this journey, nor better partners than ReachTV and Lightbeam to celebrate these remarkable people.”
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