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John Safran: Media Tycoon

John Safran: Media Tycoon

Dec 11, 2009 · 26m

Rated 9 out of 10

Director

Craig Melville

Overview

In this 1998 pilot which was never aired on Australian television, John Safran demonstrates the innovative talent he is capable of. The program is essentially a magazine-style presentation of social rebellion and challenge to Australian institutions. In what has become the most famous (and litigious) incident, Safran and A Current Affair 'victim' Shane Paxton rummage through Ray Martin's garbage, and are soon approached by an angry Martin and his wife.

About John Safran: Media Tycoon

What is John Safran: Media Tycoon about?

In this 1998 pilot which was never aired on Australian television, John Safran demonstrates the innovative talent he is capable of. The program is essentially a magazine-style presentation of social rebellion and challenge to Australian institutions. In what has become the most famous (and litigious) incident, Safran and A Current Affair 'victim' Shane Paxton rummage through Ray Martin's…

When was John Safran: Media Tycoon released?

John Safran: Media Tycoon was released on December 11, 2009.

How long is John Safran: Media Tycoon?

John Safran: Media Tycoon runs 26 minutes.

Who directed John Safran: Media Tycoon?

John Safran: Media Tycoon was directed by Craig Melville.

Who is in the cast of John Safran: Media Tycoon?

The cast of John Safran: Media Tycoon includes John Safran (Self), Shane Paxton (Official Timekeeper), Brad Hulme (Village Cinema Usher), Siobhan Barnes (Music Video Director) and Rod Mullinar ("Village of Despair" Voice Over).