Channel 4 has unveiled its latest digital strand, ‘In Too Deep’, featuring a team of fearless and determined young journalists. The series of single films aims to delve into hidden crime, underground villains, and exploitation, using a combination of footage and hidden camera filming.
‘In Too Deep’ seeks to engage in topical and thought-provoking conversations through the perspective of passionate young journalists, as they immerse themselves into murky and often dangerous worlds.
The first film in the series, titled “Selling My Virginity,” is produced by Dare Pictures and follows radio host and presenter Daisy Maskell as she investigates the dark and twisted world of online auctioning. The film highlights the practice of men bidding hundreds of thousands of pounds for a young woman’s virginity.
Thomas Pullen, Digital Commissioning Executive at Channel 4, expressed his excitement about the new strand, stating, “In Too Deep is can’t look away journalism that lifts the lid on stories that are uncomfortable, unflinching and hugely immersive for our audience. This strand is an exciting pillar in our digital commissioning strategy this year and next, and we look forward to everyone delving in as we expose more murky worlds that are hidden in plain sight.”
Laura Marks, Digital Commissioning Editor and Senior Operations Lead, added, “One of our big aims with the strand is to uncover that amazing journalistic talent that we just know is out there. This strand is giving us the opportunity to do that.”
Daisy Maskell, presenter of “Selling My Virginity,” expressed her enthusiasm for the film and the ‘In Too Deep’ strand, stating, “With the incredible support and backing of Channel 4, I was able to make a provocative film that I hope will be a revealing and immersive watch for viewers. I found this subject to be glamourised on social media, it was positioned as a ‘get rich quick’ scheme that I feared many young people in particular could enter into without knowing the consequences.”
The film, “Selling My Virginity,” produced by Dare Pictures and executive produced by Ravinder Chahal, will air on Monday 9th October at 5pm on the Channel 4 Documentaries YouTube page.
Channel 4 encourages individuals with potential ideas for the ‘In Too Deep’ strand to contact Thomas Pullen or Catriona White for further information.
‘In Too Deep’ promises to deliver gripping and immersive storytelling, shedding light on hidden aspects of society and giving a platform to talented young journalists.
