This book explores the mechanisms that have driven the evolution of
televisual comedy from the classic sitcom, a genre deeply rooted in
its theatrical origins, toward a more mature stage of television's
history. It analyzes four comic series--Scrubs, The Office, The
Comeback, and Ugly Betty--revealing how each separates itself from
the traditional sitcom archetype and shows increased awareness of
the comic genre. Throughout the author focuses on two cardinal
themes: the relationship between comedy and euphoria; and the
relationship between comic texts and reality.|This book explores
the mechanisms that have driven the evolution of televisual comedy
from the classic sitcom, a genre deeply rooted in its theatrical
origins, toward a more mature stage of television's history. It
analyzes four comic series--Scrubs, The Office, The Comeback, and
Ugly Betty--revealing how each separates itself from the
traditional sitcom archetype and shows increased awareness of the
comic genre. Throughout the author focuses on two cardinal themes:
the relationship between comedy and euphoria; and the relationship
between comic texts and reality.
General
| Imprint: |
McFarland & Company
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| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
April 2010 |
| First published: |
April 2010 |
| Authors: |
Antonio Savorelli
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| Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
217 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-7864-5843-1 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
General
Promotions
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| LSN: |
0-7864-5843-7 |
| Barcode: |
9780786458431 |
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