Spanish public broadcaster RTVE is preparing ¿Algo que declarar? (‘Something to Declare?’), a dating show based on the American series Baggage, which has been broadcast on the Game Show Network and hosted by Jerry Springer. The show is distributed by NBCUniversal Formats, which is part of Universal International Studios.
The original series premiered on 19 April 2010 and ran for four seasons. A spin-off series entitled Baggage on the Road aired for one season and debuted on 7 January 2015.
The series — a combination of dating and reality show formats — gives three contestants the chance to win over a potential date. Each contestant has three suitcases on stage: one small, one medium and one large. Each suitcase contains an embarrassing, gross, unique or weird proposition that the contestant may have. These cases represent the 'baggage' that they must confess to and defend. The larger the suitcase, the greater the level of shame or embarrassment that the secret carries.
During several rounds, the secrets of the three suitors are gradually revealed through their suitcases. Ultimately, the main participant chooses a suitor. Once this decision has been made, the main participant's secret, which is hidden in a large red suitcase, is revealed. If the chosen suitor accepts it, the couple will win the prize and go on a trip together to get to know each other better.
Compared to the American version, the Spanish version seems to shift the focus more towards 'pure' dating than a reality show. The main goal is to find the partner of their dreams, and the suitcases containing secrets make the search more exciting and full of twists and turns.
The format is produced by RTVE in collaboration with Boomerang TV, with comedian and actor Pablo Chiapella as the master of ceremonies.
Axel Fiacco
To read about another Spanish format and a Portuguese one, go to: Espresso
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