Television and Criticism unites distinguished scholars from the fields of literary criticism, media studies, and film studies to challenge the traditional boundaries between high and low culture. Through a theoretical lens, this volume addresses such topics as the blurring of genres, television and identity, and the sophistication of television audiences by examining examples from soap operas, televised adaptations of classic novels, film noir, and popular shows like
Queer as Folk,
Seinfeld, and
Ally Mc Beal. Ranging from Shakespeare to
Dragnet, this comprehensive study will interest cultural studies scholars and media buffs alike.
Om författaren
Solange Davin is a freelance researcher specializing in audience studies.Rhona Jackson is programme leader for media studies, broadcast media, and media writing at the University of Derby, United Kingdom.