- Do you expect “reality” from a reality TV show? Why or why not?
- What do you think of the commentary of the contestants during the show? Do you believe they’re being more truthful in the commentary, or is it all part of the act?
- Araminta consistently wishes to be seen as a sculptor, an artist—someone other than who she is seen as in the media. Do you think this is possible? If someone has a reputation, is it possible for them to change it?
- Is causing a scandal the best way to get famous? Would doing something extremely positive or altruistic give you as much fame or media coverage?
- The contestants of Iconic put a lot of emphasis on money in relation to success and fame. Is money the best indicator of success? How do you measure success?
- Araminta claims that the public doesn’t want their icons to be moral or upstanding people. What do you make of this statement?
- Is it possible to have true relationships if you know you’re being watched the whole time? How would your actions and behaviors change?
- What are the warning signs that Rhys isn’t treating Araminta well? What sorts of controlling and manipulative behaviors does he exhibit?
- How do the storylines of the Iconic show and the police officers’ love affair parallel each other?
- Are all the contestants culpable in Rhys’s death? Is there anyone more guilty than the others?
- How culpable is AHX (the producers of Iconic) for the events of the show?
- Would you watch a show like Iconic? Why or why not?