Beyond sitcom: new directions in American television comedy

This book analyzes four comic series--Scrubs, The Office, The Comeback, and Ugly Betty--revealing how each program separates itself from traditional and demonstrates an increased self-awareness of the genre. Throughout, the author focuses on two themes in the transformation: the relationship between...

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Main Author: Savorelli, Antonio (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, NC McFarland 2010
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Summary:This book analyzes four comic series--Scrubs, The Office, The Comeback, and Ugly Betty--revealing how each program separates itself from traditional and demonstrates an increased self-awareness of the genre. Throughout, the author focuses on two themes in the transformation: the relationship between comedy and euphoria; and the relationship between comic texts and reality"--Provided by publisher
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 197-204) and index
Physical Description:vi, 211 S.