OK, I know. Another show about Alaska? No thank you! I understand; that’s exactly what I said when I first heard about it. But when I finally watched, I was so surprised that I’m still surprised I loved it so much. Stick with me and I’ll tell you why it’s worth your time.
Yes, more than two dozen reality shows–that’s when I stopped counting–have been filmed in Alaska, from exceptional series such as “Deadliest Catch” to phony trash like “Alaskan Bush People.” Both are on the Discovery Channel, showing the range of possibility even one one channel.
Just watch this clip:
Why is “The Last Alaskans” so different than all the other shows before it? Why is it truly worthy your time? Because the network and producers decided to do the opposite of what most reality TV shows do. It’s not just different than other Alaska-set shows, but it bucks the general trend in reality television to save money and time and bow to network pressure by coaching cast members, dumbing things down, and force-feeding viewers.
On “The Last Alaskans,” there is no narration. The music is ethereal and quiet. The show is so quiet it might be the quietest reality show on television. The pace is slow and doesn’t over-dramatize; life there is dramatic enough on its own. In short, it perfectly captures life for these families, who live in remote cabins.
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