Hollywood Treasure - Returns 5/22/12

[Art Andrews]

As much as I love looking at the props, I really did not like last nights episode. The scripting was so bad I almost changed it. From forced lines, to the fake lets make a deal, to Tracey's ridiculous facial expressions and over acting. I think I seriously might have to watch next weeks muted.

I was very frustrated by this episode, especially after meeting Joe Maddalena at Comic Con last year. The first season was great from a prop standpoint, but the scripting and acting were just atrocious. I was really hoping they would up their game this time around, but I honestly think it was actually worse!

I don't know Joe personally, but he does not come across as a very likable character on the show, yet when I met him in person last year, he came across as extremely sincere, personable and friendly... overall, a VERY likable guy who seems to have a true passion for the hobby as a whole (while still being business minded). I just don't get that from him in the way the show is presented. Because so much of it seems faked or staged, the passion he presents on the show also seems fake... and that is really unfortunate because I don't feel it is portraying him in a very fair light.

The rest of the crew seem like filler, except Brian Chanes who seems genuine, but also suffers from the horrible setups.

I am very glad there is another season, but I wish they would play it a bit more straight and not try to "entertain" us with drama. The props are why we watch. Just give us more of that.

 

[Galactifan]

Season 2 is off to a great start. I love this show! Now extended to an hour long...way cool.

 

[INDY]

This 1st episode of the 2nd season was my first time watching the show. You can tell it's scripted, but what reality show isn't.

The one thing that I like is seeing props.

Many people here have some extremly beatiful collections from the pics I have seen posted on here.

But, How about that collection that Father and Son had, I beleive last name was Driers, I was blown away by that collection.

They either have tons of money or some how have connections to get their hands on those types of screen used movie items.

 

[Wes R]

Wasn't the security guy part of the secured storage facility? If so, that is totally reasonable. Our hosting for the RPF is at a secure facility and it is like something right out of the movies (or Hollywood Treasure). Armed guards, with Tac vests and M-16s, escort you everywhere in the facility and you are NEVER alone. It may have just been an actor for Hollywood Treasure, but places with that kind of security do exist.

That's a lot of security for a prop site :lol Sadly those ruby slippers are like the pieces of art that get stolen from museums: just can't be passed up by some rich folks who have to have it on their own wall/display case.

 

[Alan Cross]

Yeah, in regards to the Ruby Slippers security system: They' didn't show the hidden water tank filled with man eating sharks, but, by God, it was probably there.

 

[.:MirrorminD:.]

I was very frustrated by this episode, especially after meeting Joe Maddalena at Comic Con last year. The first season was great from a prop standpoint, but the scripting and acting were just atrocious. I was really hoping they would up their game this time around, but I honestly think it was actually worse!

I don't know Joe personally, but he does not come across as a very likable character on the show, yet when I met him in person last year, he came across as extremely sincere, personable and friendly... overall, a VERY likable guy who seems to have a true passion for the hobby as a whole (while still being business minded). I just don't get that from him in the way the show is presented. Because so much of it seems faked or staged, the passion he presents on the show also seems fake... and that is really unfortunate because I don't feel it is portraying him in a very fair light.

The rest of the crew seem like filler, except Brian Chanes who seems genuine, but also suffers from the horrible setups.

I am very glad there is another season, but I wish they would play it a bit more straight and not try to "entertain" us with drama. The props are why we watch. Just give us more of that.

Ive dealt with Joe directly on a few occasions, but have talked to him on the phone numerous times. Before the show even existed he was pretty decent but as of late it really seems everything has gone to his head.

I mostly deal with Fong whenever I sell a piece or need to get more info on a prop. I really like Fong, he goes out of his way to help secure a piece. But on the show its almost too funny to watch. On the show he talks like the William Shatner from Family Guy. In real life he doesnt talk like that at all.

 

[ep1972]

I can personaly comment on the scripting as I was at the auction, and at some of the filming for all seasons. What you are all saying is "scripted....." well most of it is not. There are times where a "retake" may be need from a sound, or camera angle issue, but each time I have been there, what I saw in person was exactly what was shown on TV. The people wearing suits were NOT paid actors they were legitimate buyers, as I was one of the many there wearing a suit. These auctions have become a more sophisticated affair, and more affluent buyers or their bidders are showing up just like you saw on TV.

Joe is a very nice guy, and Art Andrews is right, he is not coming off well on the tube. Don't get me wrong I can see where you are coming from about seeming all scripted but its not. The seller of the Batman stuff, I was there that day meeting with Joe and saw the whole thing. It was a set appointment, and the seller had to sign some forms beofre hand to agree to appear on the show etc, but none of that was scripted. He already had the cash box ready to go, and the coin in his pocket as a sweetner if needed.

The reality is with all the sound bites, and editing, it makes the show appear more scripted.

So just some first hand experience for what its worth.

 

[Wakeem]

I like this show but the first episode did feel a lot more forced compared to last year. Three examples:

1. The bit before the commercial break when Joe and Tracey are trying to come up with a price for that absurd collection. It belongs in a museum!!!

2. The Riddler's cane auction. It doesn't make sense that everyone would wait till the last second to see if anyone wants the item before bidding. Then once one person bids everyone starts bidding.

3. The final bit on completing the sale of the ruby slippers.

That being said, I still like seeing the props and stuff they find. Sean Astin is definitely cool. I like how he always referred to his character and not himself when describing scenes. Plus, he kept his Rudy helmet and wants to get the original Goonies doubloon back.

Also, Tracey still gets points for preferring the Keaton Batman. Unless that's a setup. Plus, the hot blonde who won The Riddler hat. Unless she was just a proxy like in Octopussy.

 

[Sluis Van Shipyards]

Also, Tracey still gets points for preferring the Keaton Batman. Unless that's a setup. Plus, the hot blonde who won The Riddler hat. Unless she was just a proxy like in Octopussy.

I'm not saying she's not just an actress, but I would have thought the same thing before I saw some of the girls on the RPF. So they are out there. Though none of them apparently live near me... I can't even get my girlfriend to look at a prop without her rolling her eyes. :lol

 

[.:MirrorminD:.]

I'm not saying she's not just an actress, but I would have thought the same thing before I saw some of the girls on the RPF.

Her bio says she is known for being on Gilmore Girls, What I like about you, Private Practice, Entourage, plus if you search the web, youll see she was also a bikini model.

She might know about props now, but when she first joined she didnt know anything.

 

[trenchcoatpanda]

Having never sold or met Joe, I thought he came across as a nice guy on the show. I like his passion of props, the value he sees in them, pushing his team members, sense of humor and leadership skills. I feel like I'm watching a differn't show here from you guys.

What are some situations you guys are referring too where he comes across mean spirited or like big headed?

 

[Satxer]

$525,000 for the camera used to film Star Wars, what the ef!?

 

[Sluis Van Shipyards]

That makes more sense to me then the Ruby Slippers! I wonder if Lucasfilm bought it? You'd think that would be something they would like to have in their offices.

 

[swfangirl]

That makes more sense to me then the Ruby Slippers! I wonder if Lucasfilm bought it? You'd think that would be something they would like to have in their offices.

LOL, when I was watching it I wondered if Sansweet bought it for his collection...totally agree that the price was way too much :behave

 

[Apollo]

I kinda doubt it.

Just another tool to uncle George

I wonder if Lucasfilm bought it? You'd think that would be something they would like to have in their offices.

 

[Wakeem]

$525,000 for the camera used to film Star Wars, what the ef!?

The price didn't surprise me at all. It's the original Star Wars. The camera is like a Warehouse 13 item. It's historical. Didn't they say only a few of the cameras still exist? I thought $100,000 was low considering the item.

 

[Serenity]

Just watched tonight's episode. The Mockingjay pin was very clearly a replica version and not a Dana Schneider original. Looked like the (pre-NECA) promo version without the writing on the back. $2000 cash for a toy pin? Yikes. I hope it was just a set-up for the show and I REALLY hope they don't try to resell it.

The Bumblebee bit was cool though...

 

[Moviefreak]

What are the chances the studio would "leave" the hero bow and arrows in the woods after the filming? That part seemed so set up.

 

[.:MirrorminD:.]

I love seeing the props, but its getting worse and worse to watch.

 

[Hobo Wan Kenobi]

I'm already tired of the whole "let's make a deal" part of the show. Like with the Hellraiser box or the Riddler stuff.