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HBO testing waters with 'John' pickup


October 23, 2006 After reviewing a rough cut of the pilot, the premium cable network picked up 11 episodes of the show, bringing the total order to 12 episodes, including the pilot. It's a wholly originally piece from a truly original and brilliant talent, HBO Entertainment president Carolyn Strauss said of John. Set in the world of Southern California surfing, "John" revolves around the dysfunctional Yost family of Imperial Beach and their encounter with contemporary American culture and commerce and other forces.

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