Surviving Reality: Beyond the TV Dream reveals the untold struggles of fame through 2005 Big Brother winner Anthony Hutton. From sudden riches to battles with addiction and mental health, it charts his fall and inspiring rise again. With contributions from Pete Bennett, Jonny Regan, and directed by multi award-winning film director, Paul Suggitt, this is a raw, powerful look at fame's true cost.
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Surviving Reality: Beyond the TV Dream reveals the untold struggles of fame through 2005 Big Brother winner Anthony Hutton. From sudden riches to battles with addiction and mental health, it charts his fall and inspiring rise again. With contributions from Pete Bennett, Jonny Regan, and directed by multi award-winning film director, Paul Suggitt, this is a raw, powerful look at fame's true cost.
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