After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun

Authenticity isn't something I expect from anything with "Baywatch" in the title, but I found this doc to be surprisingly compelling and heartwarming. It took a long time to make and it shows, not only in the changing looks of the actors participating, but in the beautiful filmmaking. This is not a cut n' paste of old Baywatch footage and 'where are they now?' clips, there is such a personal quality to the interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. Most of the participants were so honest and vulnerable, even relatable. I had no idea what kind of abuse they suffered at the hands of show creators, definitely not the type you'd expect.

After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun was both nostalgic and revealing; like a trip down memory lane, but you get to see inside all the houses.

What's wrong with this show is the constant repetition of actors dialogue, it jumps around and doesn't have current clips of some of the stars, the stories aren't in depth enough for the viewer to draw any conclusions, some of the stories are sad but again the depth of a puddle.

The opportunity to hear how the actors felt about filming of their behind and other bodily parts would have been interesting, unlike American Gladiators it lacks teeth.

Most of the cast are thankfully in good to fair health and those who aren't deserve some kindness, I felt that David Hasselhoff could have been asked some pressing questions. I also wonder where the money went from toys etc.

This was incredibly well done and can tell that it wasn't just a 3 day shoot of interviews. The ability to tell a heartfelt story out of this from actors who necessarily aren't ready to tell the bad with the good was seen and heard. Baywatch was such a huge pop cultural phenomenon we all know/knew that but what people forget is that if you are a part of that there is a price to pay and yes it comes with perks but the downside can be humbling. This series showcases all that and more. A hit of 90's nostalgia to the veins and the story behind the story. Give it a watch by the time you hit that final episode you will feel it.

The documentary on Baywatch is a nostalgic deep dive into the world of the most-watched TV series ever. Featuring rare home videos and candid interviews, it reveals the highs and lows of fame for its iconic stars. Through intimate moments, viewers see the behind-the-scenes realities of the show that captivated millions. The emotional depth, paired with the thrill of Baywatch's rise, makes this docu-series both entertaining and heartfelt-a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone curious about the roller coaster of stardom! They did a wonderful job showing the people behind the characters!!!!

I love documentaries but lately I've noticed a trend that a lot of these Hollywood type documentaries come without any real substance or resolution. Its sole purpose is to make those involved look good. If you're main purpose for this is to see what Pamela Anderson is up to, there's one out there that's pretty good but she is not even in this so if that's what you're looking for then move on. Produced by David Hasselhoff and some other members of the show, I think the whole point was to validate themselves, give themselves a pat on the back, slap it together and it's done. It was both too long and too short at the same time. It's not worth watching from my perspective.