Chasing Cameron Explained

Genre:Reality
Creator:Brandon Ayres
Director:Brandon Ayres
Starring:Cameron Dallas
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:1
Num Episodes:10
Camera:Multi-camera
Runtime:30 minutes
Company:
Network:Netflix

Chasing Cameron is an American reality television series starring Vine star Cameron Dallas.[1] It premiered on Netflix on December 27, 2016.[2] The series centers on Cameron Dallas, a "social media influencer", who is best known for his prominence on the video app Vine. He is one of the main members of a group called Magcon (Meet and greet convention), which was short-lived in 2014,[3] [4] but revived, partly with other people, in 2016. During 2016, Magcon went on a tour in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, with events consisting of a show and a meet and greet.

The half-hour episodes depict Cameron and other Magcon members' road to fame, and the price that comes with Internet stardom, including a physical altercation that occurred in a European club. The show's co-starring tour members include Aaron Carpenter, Taylor Caniff and Nash Grier, as well as Dallas' immediate family members. The first season of the show consisted of ten episodes.

Production

The series was announced on June 22, 2016 via Variety.[5]

The show premiered on Netflix on December 27, 2016.[6]

On January 20, 2017, Dallas said in a red carpet interview at the People's Choice Awards: "For sure. 100% there will be a season 2. [...] I think it's gonna dive deeper more into my relationship between my mom and sister, and then kind of a more in-depth view on where we're going and what's continuing to go on, because we're only taking steps forward, so I feel like the more we go, the more interesting it gets". Dallas also stated that the second season would feature a different premise altogether.[7]

Cast

Reception

Since the release of Chasing Cameron the series has received generally negative reviews.[9] Common Sense Media's critical consensus reads, "Internet star's self-serving reality show has iffy messages", while giving the show a rating of 1/5.[10] Kevin O'Keeffe, writing for mic.com also criticized the show, stating "his hesitance to let go of control makes Chasing Cameron a far worse show than it could have been".[11] Michael Andor Brodeur, writing for The Boston Globe, was somewhat more receptive, writing "There’s something about the abundant emptiness of “Chasing Cameron” that, right now, feels like a necessary refuge [...] basking in its inconsequential glow."[12]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Cameron Dallas Netflix Show 'Chasing Cameron' Gets Premiere Date. Variety. Todd. Spangler. October 27, 2016. October 27, 2016.
  2. Web site: Netflix Greenlights Cameron Dallas Reality Show. Spangler. Todd. June 22, 2016. Variety. August 29, 2016.
  3. Web site: Girls go gaga for Vine video boys at Itasca meet and greet . March 2014 . Dailyherald.com . 2017-04-25.
  4. Web site: Is Magcon coming back? . 17 July 2015 . Business Insider . 2017-04-25.
  5. News: Netflix Greenlights Cameron Dallas Reality Show. Spangler. Todd. 2016-06-22. Variety. en-US. 2017-01-03.
  6. News: 'Chasing Cameron' Premieres On Netflix Today! TigerBeat. 2016-12-27. BOP and Tiger Beat. 2017-01-03.
  7. News: Cameron Dallas Confirms Second Season Of Netflix Series, With Added Family Focus. 2017-01-20. Tubefilter. en-US. 2017-01-23.
  8. Video: Know Thy Selfie - Netflix Releases Trailer for New Cameron Dallas Series "Chasing Cameron". January 20, 2017. December 5, 2016. The Futon Critic.
  9. Web site: Chasing Cameron: Season 1. Rotten Tomatoes. 2016-12-27.
  10. Web site: Chasing Cameron TV Review. 2016-12-27.
  11. Web site: 'Chasing Cameron' Review: Cameron Dallas' Netflix show is propaganda with teeth. 29 December 2016 . 2016-12-30.
  12. Web site: Finding solace in 'Chasing Cameron'. Brodeur. Michael Andor. The Boston Globe. December 26, 2016. December 29, 2016.