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The Asian TV industry is 'unstoppable' reported "Variety" in 2008. This book discloses that Asian TV drama is diverse in form and content, it has value that is local as well as transcultural and its shows have strong appeal in their aesthetics, storytelling, acting and cinematography to large non-Asian as well as Asian audiences.

Examines "The Waltons" drama series' deployment of key myths, and its vision of family as against TV depictions, featuring the likes of "The Addams", "The Simpsons", and the "Sopranos". This book explores its powerful representation of three generations of men and of the Walton family's strong women, who are nevertheless domestic heroines.

Inside the Tardis: The World of Doctor Who

"Doctor Who" enjoys the distinction of being the longest-running science fiction series in the world. In this study of a television institution, the author explores the history of "Doctor Who" from its origins onwards. It also shows how the series has evolved to meet changing contexts inside the BBC and in the wider culture.

The Doctor's Monsters

Examines stories from the whole of Doctor Who's history to give this unique perspective on the series. Why are we so scared of monsters? Why do they look and act the way they do? How do they reflect the time and place that the series is broadcast in? It is a must for any fan of the series.

Love and Monsters The Doctor Who Experience 1979 to the Present Cover

From the twilight of Tom Baker's years to the newest Doctor, Matt Smith, Miles Booy explores the shifting meaning of Doctor Who across the years - from the Third Doctor's suggestion that we should read the Bible, via costumed fans on television, up to the 2010 general election in Britain.

TV Critics and Popular Culture A History of British Television Criticism Cover

This new book explores the evolution of television criticism in Britain, exploring different types of TV critics and reviewers, the form of their work, and evaluates their importance in our understanding of the way television has become such an integral part of modern culture.

Making Film and Television Histories Australia and New Zealand Cover

Intends to situate in a historical context selected New Zealand and Australian films and television programs ranging from successful films such as "Gallipoli", "The Piano", "Australia", "Once Were Warriors" and "Heavenly Creatures" to less well-known texts that form the basis for intriguing examinations of history, representation and identity.

Promoted as a 'disturbingly perfect' and 'deeply shallow' television show and created by the mind behind Glee Ryan Murphy, Nip/Tuck has been among the most popular and controversial shows on television. The book is completed with an extensive episode guide and includes an interview with Nip/Tuck director Elodie Keene.