PLONK, an online comedy series that will debut in February 2014, is about wine and the goings on of a dysfunctional take on a TV wine show.
Supported by Destination NSW the plot is simple –following the trials and tribulations of a feckless television crew as they travel through NSW trying to produce a unique, engaging and credible wine program. It’s a look behind the curtain of a TV production and the elements that can derail even the most benign of intentions.
Each episode will capture a different NSW wine destination, highlighting the quality and diversity of experiences available in the NSW wine regions – despite the presenters’ best attempts to critique the wine. At its heart, PLONK is a love letter to the Australian wine industry, expressed the best way they know how, through comedy.
Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George Souris said, “This new series will provide a unique platform to promote wine touring and experiences throughout NSW wine regions in a light-hearted way.”
Creator Nathan Earl said, “Growing up in the Hunter I’ve always wanted to make a show about wine but it took a while to really nail a point of difference. Wine shows in general are ripe for parody. With PLONK we get to celebrate the industry and poke fun at the way it’s portrayed at the same time."
Playing comedic caricatures of themselves, the ensemble cast includes Chris Taylor (The Chaser) as the shows celebrity front man, Nathan Earl as the producer struggling to juggle investors’ dollars and talent expectations, and Josh Tyler, “The Expert”.
The NSW wine community has thrown its support behind PLONK with cameos from some well-known and reputable wine industry identities including Bruce Tyrrell, Managing Director, Tyrrell’s Wines.
The series will be directed by Nathan Earl, who will also co-write, alongside Chris Taylor and Joshua Tyler. Glen Condie is Executive Producer and Creative Director, and will be available online at www.youtube.com/roadtoplonk
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