Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves

Ali Baba is an 8-episode reality game show created by Geno Bautista and features contestants who will search for the treasure chest located in a landmark, a historic place, a place of significance, or a well-known venue. The contestants will be provided with clues and search tools like google earth, pdf books, newspaper and magazine articles, 3-D city model, etc to lead them to the treasure’s location. They will partner with Phelippe who will be their foot-soldier. On one hand the contestants will guide Phelippe with precise instructions through the streets of the City where the treasure is located. On the other hand The 40 Thieves-also in contest for the prize-will obstruct, divert and misdirect Phelippe by putting up obstacles and use delay tactics. Phelippe will attempt to find the treasure before the allotted time of 90 minutes expires. The 40 Thieves’ leader will be their chieftain, Kassim. Kassim will simultaneously watch the contestants and The Thieves’ actions from the studio (command post). The Thieves will put up roadblocks, imposture policemen, crossing guards, nuns, etc. The area streets near the treasure’s location will have distractions like street fair, parade, fire trucks, construction crews and other ways of delaying Philippe's timely find of the treasure. If Philippe can’t get to the treasure on time then The 40 Thieves win the prize.
This show is one of a kind in bringing drama, thriller, adventure and intellect into one. Philipp’s performance will enhance the show’s appeal. Eight cities will host an episode.