Television Series Of The 1980s

Author : Vincent Terrace
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442278318

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Television Series of the 1980s by Vincent Terrace Pdf

Television screens in the 1980s reflected some of the most memorable programs of all time. In that decade, such critically acclaimed shows as Cheers, The Golden Girls, Hill Street Blues, Newhart, and St. Elsewhere debuted. In that same decade, iconic shows like The A-Team, Baywatch, Cagney & Lacey, Knight Rider, MacGyver,Miami Vice, and Roseanne appealed to millions of viewers. Even after these shows departed the airwaves, they live on in syndication and on DVDs, entertaining many generations of viewers. In Television Series of the 1980s: Essential Facts and Quirky Details, Vincent Terrace presents readers with a cornucopia of information about more than seventy programs from the decade. For example, did you know that Sam Malone had an ex-wife named Deborah? Or that MacGyver’s alias was Dexter Fillmore? Or Dan Fielding’s license plate on Night Court read “Hot to Trot”? These are just a handful of hundreds of fun and intriguing specifics found inside this volume. Programs from all four major networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC)—as well as select syndicated programs—are represented here. This is not a book of opinions or essays about specific television programs but a treasure trove of facts associated with each show. Fromthe name of Roseanne’s diner to the title of Jessica Fletcher’s first novel, readers will discover a wealth of fascinating information that, for the most part, cannot be found elsewhere. In some cases, the factual data detailed herein is the only such documentation that currently exists on bygone shows of the era. Television Series of the 1980s is the ideal reference for fans of this decade and anyone looking to stump even the most knowledgeable trivia expert.

Author : George W. Brandt
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1993-09-24
Category : Drama
ISBN : 0521427231

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British Television Drama in the 1980s by George W. Brandt Pdf

On British television drama in the 1980's

Author : Vincent Terrace
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781538103807

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Television Series of the 2000s by Vincent Terrace Pdf

This book profiles characters who were featured in some of the most popular television shows of the 2000s. Each entry includes personal details that were revealed during each show’s run: names, addresses, maiden names, nicknames, date of births, phone numbers, relatives, and other fascinating details.

Author : Michael Hammond
Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2005-05-04
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780748679645

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Contemporary Television Series by Michael Hammond Pdf

An engaging and provocative study of the contemporary prime-time 'quality' serial television format, this book gives a timely account of prominent programmes such as 24, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, ER, The Sopranos and The West Wing and explores their influential position within the television industry. Divided into the areas of history, aesthetics and reception, the text provides an illuminating overview of an increasingly hybrid television studies discipline. Chapters consider the formal and aesthetic elements in the contemporary television serial through approaches ranging from those concerned with issues of gender and sexuality, national identity, and reception to industry history and textual analysis. The book also includes British examples of 'quality' serial television emphasizing not only their cultural specificity but also the transnational context in which these programmes operate. Features*Section introductions provide student-friendly explanations of the various approaches and methodologies employed in the book*Chapters are written by an international team of experts in the field of television studies*Ideal for use as a textbook on courses in contemporary television taught at undergraduate level

Author : Bob Leszczak
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-16
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476623849

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Single Season Sitcoms of the 1980s by Bob Leszczak Pdf

As the cable TV industry exploded in the 1980s, offering viewers dozens of channels, an unprecedented number of series were produced. For every successful sitcom--The Golden Girls, Family Ties, Newhart--there were flops such as Take Five with George Segal, Annie McGuire with Mary Tyler Moore, One Big Family with Danny Thomas and Life with Lucy starring Lucille Ball, proving that a big name does not a hit show make. Other short-lived series were springboards for future stars, like Day by Day (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), The Duck Factory (Jim Carrey), Raising Miranda (Bryan Cranston) and Square Pegs (Sarah Jessica Parker). This book unearths many single-season sitcoms of the '80s, providing behind-the-scenes stories from cast members, guest stars, writers, producers and directors.

Author : Wikipedia contributors
Publisher : e-artnow sro
Page : 1640 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Focus On: 100 Most Popular Television Series by Universal Television by Wikipedia contributors Pdf

Author : Vincent Terrace
Publisher : VNR AG
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Television broadcasting
ISBN : 0918432618

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Encyclopedia of Television Series, Pilots and Specials by Vincent Terrace Pdf

Author : Susan Lever
Publisher : Australian Scholarly Publishing
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-13
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781925984880

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Creating Australian Television Drama by Susan Lever Pdf

Television drama has been the dominant form of popular storytelling for more than sixty years, shaping the imaginations of millions of people. This book surveys the careers of the central creators of those stories for Australian television—the writers who learnt how to work in a new medium, adapting to its constraints and exploring its creative possibilities. Informed by interviews with many writers, it describes the establishment of Australian television drama production, observing the way writers grasped the creative and business opportunities that television presented. It examines the development of Australian versions of the major television genres—the sitcom, the police drama, the historical series, docudrama, and social drama— presenting a ‘canon’ of significant Australian television drama productions that deserve to be remembered. It offers an account of the emergence of work by Indigenous writers for television and it argues for the consideration of television drama alongside histories of Australian film and stage drama. ‘For years, Susan Lever has been talking to Australia’s best television writers about their work, their craft and their industry. Now it’s all here in this book; a toast to a vital part of Australian culture.’ – Geoffrey Atherden ‘This is a wonderful book. Meticulously researched and engagingly written, it tells in fascinating detail, from the writers’ points of view, the story of Australian scripted television from its beginnings in the 1950’s, to the present. Better yet, Susan Lever has allowed the writers themselves to speak about the work, about their visions and processes, their joys and frustrations. I am delighted to see television drama, docudrama and comedy acknowledged so generously for their role in Australian culture.’ – Sue Smith ‘Brilliantly researched, lucid, comprehensive … the big picture on writers for the small screen in Australia.’ – Ian David

Author : Wikipedia contributors
Publisher : e-artnow sro
Page : 1799 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Focus On: 100 Most Popular Television Series by Warner Bros. Television by Wikipedia contributors Pdf

Author : Birgit Haas
Publisher : Camden House
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1571132856

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Modern German Political Drama, 1980-2000 by Birgit Haas Pdf

In addition to established playwrights such as Heinar Kipphardt, Franz Xaver Kroetz, and Heiner Muller, the book looks at the younger generation of playwrights not yet fully taken into account by research: writers such as Oliver Bukowski, Dea Loher, Marius von Mayenburg, Albert Ostermaier, and Theresia Walser. It gives an overview of the most important developments in recent German political drama through analysis of more than forty contemporary plays, clearly tracing connections between politics and theater. Each chapter is preceded by a short introduction into the respective political topic, providing the framework for the study of drama as a political tool and making it easy for students to see the multiple ways in which plays respond to political change. This book will be of interest to students and scholars in drama and theater studies and German literature."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Laura Logan
Publisher : Richards Education
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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England in the 1980s: A Decade of Change and Innovation by Laura Logan Pdf

Journey through a transformative era in British history with "England in the 1980s: A Decade of Change and Innovation." This comprehensive guide captures the political upheaval, economic shifts, cultural revolutions, and technological advancements that defined the nation during this dynamic decade. Explore the profound impact of Margaret Thatcher's policies, the gripping events of the Falklands War, and the contentious Miners' Strike. Delve into the rise of synthpop and post-punk music, the growth of the financial sector, and the surge in entrepreneurship. Discover how the British people navigated the social changes brought by deindustrialization, demographic shifts, and new technological gadgets like the Sinclair ZX Spectrum and the Walkman. Featuring detailed chapters on politics, economy, culture, and noteworthy events, this book paints a vivid picture of 1980s England. From the iconic bands and films that captured the spirit of the age to the pivotal events that shaped the nation, "England in the 1980s" offers a rich tapestry of stories and insights. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of 80s pop culture, or someone curious about how this decade influenced modern Britain, this guide provides an engaging and thorough exploration of a remarkable period. Join us as we revisit the legacy of the 1980s and its enduring impact on the present day.

Author : Peter Bosch
Publisher : Two Morrows Publishing
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-05
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1605491071

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American TV Comic Books (1940s-1980s) by Peter Bosch Pdf

AMERICAN TV COMIC BOOKS (1940s-1980s) takes you from the small screen to the printed page, offering a fascinating and detailed year-by-year history of over 300 television shows and their 2000+ comic book adaptations across five decades. Author PETER BOSCH has spent years researching and documenting this amazing area of comics history, tracking down the well-known series (Star Trek, The Munsters) and the lesser-known shows (Captain Gallant, Pinky Lee) to present the finest look ever taken at this unique genre of comic books. Included are hundreds of full-color covers and images, plus profiles of the artists who drew TV comics: GENE COLAN, ALEX TOTH, DAN SPIEGLE, RUSS MANNING, JOHN BUSCEMA, RUSS HEATH, and many more giants of the comic book world. Whether you loved watching The Lone Ranger, Rawhide, and Zorro from the 1950s--The Andy Griffith Show, The Monkees, and The Mod Squad in the 1960s--Adam-12, Battlestar Galactica, and The Bionic Woman in the 1970s--or Alf, Fraggle Rock, and "V" in the 1980s--there's something here for fans of TV and comics alike.

Author : Howard Michael Gould
Publisher : Severn House Publishers Ltd
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781448305872

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Pay or Play by Howard Michael Gould Pdf

Blackmail, sexual harassment, murder . . . and a missing dog: eccentric, eco-obsessed LA private eye Charlie Waldo is on the case in this quirky, fast-paced mystery. Paying a harsh self-imposed penance for a terrible misstep on a case, former LAPD superstar detective Charlie Waldo lives a life of punishing minimalism deep within the woods, making a near religion of his commitment to owning no more than One Hundred Things. At least, he’s trying to. His PI girlfriend Lorena keeps drawing him back to civilization – even though every time he compromises on his principles, something goes wrong. And unfortunately for Waldo, all roads lead straight back to LA. When old adversary Don Q strongarms him into investigating the seemingly mundane death of a vagrant, Lorena agrees he can work under her PI license on one condition: he help with a high-maintenance celebrity client, wildly popular courtroom TV star Judge Ida Mudge, whose new mega-deal makes her a perfect target for blackmail. Reopening the coldest of cases, a decades-old fraternity death, Waldo begins to wonder if the judge is, in fact, a murderer – and if he’ll stay alive long enough to find out. Pay or Play is the third in the Charlie Waldo series, following Last Looks and Below the Line. Last Looks was turned into a major motion picture, starring Charlie Hunnam as the offbeat private investigator.

Author : Everett Aaker
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-05-25
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476662503

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Television Western Players, 1960-1975 by Everett Aaker Pdf

This biographical encyclopedia covers every actor and actress who had a regular role in a Western series on American television from 1960 through 1975, with analyses of key players. The entries provide birth and death dates, family information, and accounts of each player's career, with a cross-referenced videography. An appendix gives details about all Western series, network or syndicated, 1960-1975. The book is fully indexed.

Author : Huike Wen
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780739178874

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Television and the Modernization Ideal in 1980s China by Huike Wen Pdf

Television and the Modernization Ideal in 1980s China: Dazzling the Eyes explores Chinese television history in the pivotal decade of the 1980s and explains the intellectual reception of television in China during this time. While the Chinese media has often been a topic within studies of globalization and the global political economy, scholarly attention to the history of Chinese television requires a more extensive and critical view of the interaction between television and culture. Using theories of media technology, globalization, and gender studies supplemented by Chinese periodicals including Life Out of 8 Hours, Popular TV, Popular Cinema, Modern Family, and Chinese Advertising, as well as oral history interviews, this book re-examines how Western technology was introduced to and embedded into Chinese culture. Wen compares and analyzes television dramas produced in China and imported from other nations while examining the interaction between various ideologies of Chinese society and those of the international media. Moreover, she explores how the hybridity between Western television culture and Chinese traditions were represented in popular Chinese visual media, specifically the confusions and ambitions of modernization and the negotiation between tradition and modernity, nationalism and internationalism, in the intellectual reception of television in China.