They are fears normally associated with the less-charming realities of urban life, like a homeless shelter or a late-night dive bar.
The inability of those two shows to gain a broad audience doesn't bode well for a charming comedy-reality show, "Who Needs Hollywood?," directed by Shanda Sawyer, that will debut on the Oxygen cable channel on Nov. 27.
Charming, charming, charming" by NPR.
In reality, the charming capital of West Flanders in northwestern Belgium is indeed tranquil, with swans gliding along medieval canals and cobblestone lanes dotted with lace shops and quiet cafes.
The charming, family-friendly TLC reality show about a supersize Pennsylvania family has been eclipsed by the real life breakup of Jon and Kate Gosselin, culminating in a demand last week by Mr. Gosselin that production be halted.
Funny, charming and, unlike so much reality TV, it actually feels real.
But as for the harsh reality, which this charming exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York also touches on, it involves more than just potholes and cryptic "No Parking" signs.
It has exposed the dissembling reality behind the charming, articulate, more-preacher-than-politician facade - and has called into question both his judgment and his integrity.
He has a reputation as a recluse, whereas in reality he is a charming, amiable fellow happy to talk about a wide range of topics – but not film.
"Subway Q & A" showcases the charming side of Mr. Low, 33, a reality prospector who might fairly be called an MTV-style Studs Terkel.
