We Are Gotham - Finding American Society in the Television Series (Paperback)

The television series< I>Gotham gave viewers a unique perspective on the fascinating world of Batman, the legendary comic book character. More than a simple "origin story," the series introduces viewers to a pre-Batman Gotham City, where young hero-cop James Gordon fights a one-man war on crime. In a city where crime is evolving from traditional organized crime to a city plagued by flamboyant and psychotic "super villains," there is a desperate need for a Batman. All of this is witnessed by Bruce Wayne, who was orphaned after his parents were murdered. This book details how characters and story lines throughout the series touch on modern America: our ethics and flaws, our fears and aspirations. Chapters also explore the show's unique twists to classic depictions of the franchise's characters, who have been adored by millions of fans across the decades. Throughout the text, the authors examine Gotham for its insight into 21st-century America, concluding in the exhilarating and frightening conclusion that "We ARE Gotham.

General

Imprint:	McFarland & Company
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2022
Authors:	Richard A. Hall • Maria Antonieta Reyes • Josh Plock
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	277
ISBN-13:	978-1-4766-8085-9
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Television Promotions
LSN:	1-4766-8085-X
Barcode:	9781476680859

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