Generation Cross
| Generation Cross | |
|---|---|
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Generation Cross DVD | |
| Created by | Lino Rulli |
| Written by | Lino Rulli |
| Starring | Lino Rulli |
| Opening theme | "Monkey Wrench" by Foo Fighters |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 7 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Lino Rulli |
| Cinematography | Dave Dennison |
| Release | |
| Original network | Metro Cable Network (Minneapolis–Saint Paul) |
| Picture format | 480i (4:3 SDTV) |
| Original release | 1998 – 2004 |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows |
Lino at Large The Catholic Guy |
Generation Cross is an American religious comedy television series created and hosted by Lino Rulli.[1] The show's name is derived from "Generation X", showing individuals from that generation expressing their Catholic faith in a humorous manner.[2] It premiered in September 1998 on Metro Cable Network in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Minnesota.[3] Before its cancellation in 2004, it was sydicated on various religious television networks in the United States, including CatholicTV.[4] It was also broadcast in various Catholic dioceses, via the Catholic Communication Campaign.
Format
Generation Cross consists of host Lino Rulli doing various unique activities while imparting Catholic history, theology, and inspiration in a comedic manner. Activities have include exploring villages in Italy, rock climbing with a priest, and swing dancing with a nun.[5][2]
Awards
| Title | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmy Award for Program Host (2001) | Lino Rulli | Won | [6] |
| Emmy Award for Program Host (2002) | Lino Rulli | Won | [7] |
References
- ↑ About Lino Rulli. Retrieved 30 March 2015.
- 1 2 Heffron, Christopher (May 2008). "Lino Rulli: One 'Sirius' Catholic". St. Anthony Messenger. Retrieved 30 March 2015.
- ↑ Anderson, G.R., Jr. (3 January 2001). "God's Comic: Lino Rulli brings religion to Generation X". City Pages, LLC. Retrieved 30 March 2015.
- ↑ "CatholicTV Schedule". Retrieved 30 March 2015.
- ↑ Generation Cross on YouTube. Retrieved 2 April 2015.
- ↑ 2001 Upper Midwest Emmy Recipients. Retrieved 1 April 2015.
- ↑ 2002 Upper Midwest Emmy Recipients. Retrieved 1 April 2015.