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  • Story

    Style, Structure, Substance, and the Principles of Screenwriting

    by Robert McKee ...

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  • The Chronicles of Downton Abbey (Official Series 3 TV tie-in)

    by Jessica Fellowes, Matthew Sturgis ...
    The official companion to all three seasons.The Great War has ended, but Downton Abbey is far from peaceful…A changing world has brought new challenges and new guests. Inside the walls of the Great House there is more intrigue, rivalry and romance than ever.The Chronicles of Downton Abbey take you deep into the lives of the Crawleys, their servants, lovers, friends and guests. So wander the ... Read more

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  • The Forensic Psychology of Criminal Minds

    by Katherine Ramsland ...
    The bestselling author of The Forensic Science of C.S.I. examines the real-life cases behind the hit television series Criminal MindsWeek after week, the hit TV show Criminal Minds gives viewers a look inside the psyches of the fictional serial killers tracked by the BAU (Behavioral Analysis Unit). This elite team of FBI agents travels the country assisting law enforcement officials by examining ... Read more

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  • The War for Late Night

    When Leno Went Early and Television Went Crazy

    by Bill Carter ...
    Bill Carter, executive producer of CNN’s docuseries The Story of Late Night and host of the Behind the Desk: Story of Late Night podcast, details the chaotic transition of The Tonight Show from host Jay Leno to Conan O’Brien—and back again.In 2010, NBC’s CEO Jeff Zucker, had it all worked out when he moved Jay Leno from behind the desk at The Tonight Show, and handed the reins over to Conan O ... Read more

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  • In Living Color

    A Cultural History

    by Bernadette Giacomazzo ...
    Series series The Cultural History of Television
    An entertaining yet candid examination of the popular sketch show In Living Color**.**When the pilot for In Living Color aired for the first time on April 15, 1990, America had never seen anything like it. And they loved it. Over five seasons, the show broke racial, cultural, and comedy boundaries, creating unforgettable sketches that dealt almost exclusively with Black subject matter.In Living ... Read more

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  • The Earl and Countess of Grantham

    by Jessica Fellowes, Sturgis ...
    Series Book 3 - Downton Abbey Shorts
    This richly illustrated short, extracted from the official book The Chronicles of Downton Abbey, focuses on the characters individually, examining their motivations, their actions and the inspirations behind them. Forwarded by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes.“I think Cora is very much an emotionally connected mother”, says Elizabeth McGovern the actress who plays her. “As an American she ... Read more

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  • The Friends Book of Lists

    The Official Guide to All the Characters, Quotes, and Memorable Moments

    by Michelle Morgan ...
    Packed with compelling facts and trivia from all ten seasons, The Friends Book of Lists breaks down the memorable series in a collection of 100+ easy-to-digest lists focusing on themes, characters, and favorite moments in an irresistible package.Each entry in this comprehensive book celebrates another corner of the Friends universe and offers new discoveries and facts concerning cherished ... Read more

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  • Encyclopedia of Television

    Edited by Horace Newcomb ...
    The Encyclopedia of Television, second edtion is the first major reference work to provide description, history, analysis, and information on more than 1100 subjects related to television in its international context.For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclo pedia of Television, 2nd edition website. ... Read more

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  • What to Watch When

    1,000 TV Shows for Every Mood and Moment

    by Christian Blauvelt, Laura Buller, Andrew Frisicano, Stacey Grant, Mark Morris, Drew Toal, Eddie Robson, Maggie Serota, Matthew Turner, Laurie Ulster ...
    Answering the eternal question... WHAT TO WATCH NEXT?Looking for a box set to get your adrenaline racing or to escape to a different era? In need of a good laugh to lift your spirits? Hunting for a TV show that the whole family can watch together?If you're feeling indecisive about your next binge-watching session, we've done the hard work for you. Featuring 1,000 carefully curated reviews written ... Read more

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  • When Television Brought Us Together

    by David Hofstede ...
    Why do millions of people love classic television shows? One reason, certainly, is that many Americans have become disenchanted with the current TV landscape.The shows from decades past are more than a source of happy shared memories among millions of people; they are a common thread weaved through our culture. We're 50 years beyond most of their debuts now. Do they still mirror how we live? ... Read more

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  • Sitcommentary

    Television Comedies That Changed America

    by Mark A. Robinson ...
    From I Love Lucy to Black-ish, sitcoms have often paved the way for social change.Television comedy has long been on the frontline in how America evolves on social issues. There is something about comedy that makes difficult issues more palatable—with humor an effective device for presenting ideas that lead to social change. From I Love Lucy which introduced the first television pregnancy to Will ... Read more

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  • Seinfeld Seasons 1 -5

    An Episode Guide

    by Stephen Lambe ...
    Series series On Screen
    When the final episode of Seinfeld aired on 14 May 1998, an amazing 76.3 million Americans tuned in, making it the most popular situation comedy is US television history. Co-created by Larry David, this 'comedy about nothing' made celebrities of its four stars: stand up comedian Jerry Seinfeld; comedian and actor Michael Richards who played eccentric neighbour Kramer; Julia Louis-Dreyfus who ... Read more

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  • A Research Guide to Film and Television Music in the United States

    by Jeannie Gayle Pool, H. Stephen Wright ...
    Unlike traditional music, film music sources are often difficult to locate and do not follow the patterns that researchers are trained to identify. Although there have been several self-described introductions to the field and articles that summarize the problems and state of research, there is no resource that gathers together all of the basic information that is vital to film music research. In ... Read more

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  • Doctor Who FAQ

    All That's Left to Know About the Most Famous Time Lord in the Universe

    by Dave Thompson ...
    Series series FAQ
    Illustrations throughout ... Read more

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  • The Primetimer Guide to Streaming TV: The Painless Way to Find Your Next Great Watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Apple TV+, Peacock, Paramount+ and Other Popular Streamers

    by Aaron Barnhart ...
    The Streaming TV guide that makes the most of readers' screen time.Streaming TV has brought us endless viewing options but also endless scrolling. Let Primetimer, the web's leading resource for television news, reviews and commentary, help you find your next great watch.Want something on Hulu or Prime Video but overwhelmed by choices?Need a list of prestige dramas, quirky comedies or docs across ... Read more

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  • Film & Television Coll Europe

    Edited by Kirschner ...
    Published in 1995, "Film & Television" is an important contribution to Film and Media. ... Read more

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  • Time of the Doctor (Doctor Who 2012 -2013)

    The unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to 'Doctor Who' 2012-2013

    by Stephen James Walker ...
    Time of the Doctor is the comprehensive guide to Series Seven of Doctor Who - the last to feature Matt Smith as the eleventh Doctor, with his companions Amy Pond (Karen Gillan), Rory Williams (Arthur Darvill) and Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman) – together with the fiftieth Anniversary specials. ... Read more

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  • Game of Thrones. 100 Seiten

    by Elke Brüns ...
    Series series Reclam 100 Seiten
    »Es droht die Vernichtung der Menschheit – und die Akteure ergehen sich in ihren Machtkämpfen! Gerade der Bezug zu unserer eigenen Welt macht diese Serie so spannend.«Von Dorne über Winterfell bis jenseits der Mauer, von den Eiseninseln über die Sklavenbucht bis nach Asshai – die Welt, die George R. R. Martin erschuf, ist komplex. Verrat, Macht und Intrigen und obendrauf noch Untote und Drachen. ... Read more

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  • Seinfeld Ultimate Episode Guide

    by Dennis Bjorklund ...
    Seinfeld Ultimate Episode Guide is written by an authoritative expert who penned the most comprehensive reference book ever written about the show—Seinfeld Reference: The Complete Encyclopedia. The latest effort, Seinfeld Ultimate Episode Guide, is the best source for little-known facts, details and information about the sitcom voted The Greatest TV Series of All-Time by TV Guide.Each episode ... Read more

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  • Kiss Your Television

    by Ben Baker ...
    An new anthology of telly tales and broadcast bimbling from semi-professional "TV rememberist" Ben Baker, author of "Christmas Was Better In The 80s" and "The Dreams We Had As Children: Children's ITV and Me". A celebration of the past and a desperate search for something in the present with retrospectives on the lost art of teatime television, Jasper Carrott and the excitement live TV, the failed ... Read more

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  • Upstairs and Downstairs

    British Costume Drama Television from The Forsyte Saga to Downton Abbey

    Edited by James Leggott, Julie Anne Taddeo ...
    The international success of Downton Abbey has led to a revived interest in period dramas, with older programs like The Forsyte Saga being rediscovered by a new generation of fans whose tastes also include grittier fare like Ripper Street. Though often criticized as a form of escapist, conservative nostalgia, these shows can also provide a lens to examine the class and gender politics of both the ... Read more

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  • Informó para 24 horas Olga Carlota Escandón

    by Olga Carlota Escandón ...
    Sumérgete en las historias y anécdotas de ́ " " de la televisión mexicana, . Olga Carlota Escandón comparte con sus lectores los momentos más significativos de su carrera, desde reportajes conmovedores hasta entrevistas llenas de dramatismo y superación.Con una narrativa cercana y amena, este libro ofrece ... ... Read more

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  • Friends Exposed: 1500 Fun Facts About the Show

    by Dennis Bjorklund ...
    Friends Exposed: 1500 Fun Facts About the Show is written by an authoritative expert who penned the most comprehensive reference book ever written on the series—Friends Behind the Scenes: Backstage Pass to the Series, A Comprehensive History. The follow-up effort, Friends Exposed, is the best source for insider facts and never-before-revealed tidbits about the sitcom that industry experts have ... Read more

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  • Trajectoires d'Aaron Sorkin

    by Mathieu Demaure ...
    Scénariste star (les séries À la Maison-Blanche (The West Wing) et The Newsroom, les films Des hommes d’honneur et The Social Network), dramaturge à succès et depuis peu réalisateur (Le Grand Jeu en 2017, et The Trial of the Chicago 7 en cette fin d’année 2020), Aaron Sorkin collectionne les honneurs et les récompenses. Ses qualités de dialoguiste sont aujourd’hui majoritairement reconnues – “sans ... Read more

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