The Voice
2011
Original language: English
- reality
The story
The strongest vocalists from across the United states compete in a blockbusters vocal competition, the winner becomes “The Voice.” The show's innovative format features four stages of competition: the blind auditions, the battle rounds, the knockouts and, finally, the live performance shows.
What it’s like
Bright, glossy studio light with saturated stage colour: deep blue and magenta washes behind a row of big swivel chairs, and the camera keeps returning to close shots of performers' faces as they sing with their eyes shut. The editing is quick and upbeat, cutting between a singer's private nerves in a dim backstage corridor and the bright, roaring arena, so the mood lifts and drops with each performance. The sound is full and polished, with a live band, big choral swells and the warm chatter of the coaches, who are usually loud and playful. It is a reality competition, so the pace is brisk and episodic, built around the suspense of a turned chair and the tension of who gets cut. Emotionally it runs hopeful and celebratory, with moments of raw vulnerability when a contestant's story lands. Intensity is low: no violence, no gore, nothing frightening, only some mild emotional pressure and sharp-tongued ribbing. It suits Saturday-night viewing, background while cooking, or a light watch with friends. It is for people who enjoy music, underdog stories and the thrill of discovering a new voice.
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