As someone who might take a bullet for my "Class of 3000" lunchbox, I get the allure of collectibles.

Yet while watching "Collection Intervention" (10 tonight, Syfy) I couldn't help shaking my head and thinking, "These people are sad."

That's because these collectors have moved into hoarder/addict range; many tears are shed over Star Wars figurines. Thank goodness for Elyse Luray, a former vice president, auctioneer and head of the popular arts at Christie's who comes in and helps the crazed cull their collections and reclaim their homes.