Dangerman: The Amazing Mr. Goodwin
By Melissa Camacho,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Daredevil stunts are exciting for teens but very dangerous.
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What's the Story?
DANGERMAN: THE AMAZING MR. GOODWIN stars professional Welsh escapologist and One Way Out host Jonathan Goodwin performing dangerous stunts that require physical and emotional strength, speed, and bravery. From chewing and swallowing broken glass to escaping from a buried coffin after being bitten by a poisonous snake, he adapts vaudeville and magician-inspired techniques to enthrall 21st century audiences. But while he makes sure to have witnesses present to observe and record each hair-raising event, he never shares the tricks of his trade.
Is It Any Good?
Goodwin showcases a wide-variety of tricks that range from strange and freakish to frighteningly dangerous. He offers some brief insight into the mental and physical preparation that goes into performing some of these stunts, but unlike in One Way Out, stops short of explaining how any of them actually work or the scientific reasons he is able to accomplish what he does.
Some folks may find the show difficult to watch, especially when inflicting pain on himself as part of the performance. Others may question the motivation behind his willingness to risk life and limb over and over again, especially when he talks about his love for his family. It's not the kind of thing you want anyone to be imitating, but if you are looking for some nail-bitingly good entertainment, this show will fit the bill.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about stuntmen and daredevils. What exactly is an escapologist? What drives people to perform dangerous stunts? What kind of training do they have to have in order to do them correctly and safely?
What are some of the most famous daredevils featured in films and TV over the years? Did they have a signature trick or stunt?
Is it socially responsible to feature dangerous stunts being performed on TV? What if these stunts are being shown within an educational context? Are you ever tempted to copy what you see on TV?
TV Details
- Premiere date: July 8, 2013
- Cast: Jonathan Goodwin
- Network: BBC America
- Genre: Reality TV
- TV rating: NR
- Last updated: September 20, 2019
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