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Cult Telefantasy Series: A Critical Analysis of the Prisoner, Twin Peaks, the X-files, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lost, Heroes, Doctor Who and Star Trek

Sue Short

9780786443154

McFarland and Company


Doctor Who » Dr Who Reference; Media » Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Media » X Files; Star Trek » Reference

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From Doctor Who in the 1960s, to the more recent Heroes and Lost a select group of television series with strong elements of fantasy has achieved cult status. Focusing on eight such series, this work analyzes what makes these programs unique, and what they have in common. Examination of the interaction between the series' creators, studios and fans provides further insight into the series' lasting impact. Included are assessments of the strategies used to promote the series' appeal; an explanation of transmedia storytelling and its influence on the television fantasy genre; evaluations of how viewers have shaped cult texts and how greater audience acceptance encouraged creators to develop challengingly complex long-form dramas; and descriptions of changes within broadcasting that have enabled telefantasy to transcend niche status and enjoy prominence and popularity.

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By:   Sue Short
Edited by:   C.W. Sullivan, Donald E. Palumbo
Imprint:   McFarland and Company
Country of Publication:   United States
Volume:   30
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 159mm,  Spine: 15mm
Weight:   349g
ISBN:  

9780786443154


ISBN 10:   0786443154
Series:   Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
Publication Date:   May 2011
Audience:   General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock at Galaxy Bookshop
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