Linda Williams

On the Wire (Spin Offs)

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ISBN 13:
9780822357179
author:
Linda Williams
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Duke University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
20.6 x 14.7 x 1.5 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Communication Studies
Condition:
New
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Description

The Wire: A Study in Popular Melodrama Linda Williams examines the HBO serial drama that aired from 2002 until 2008, exploring what makes it so compelling. She argues that while the series is a powerful exploration of urban dysfunction and institutional failure, its narrative power derives from its genre. The Wire is often characterised as a gritty, realistic portrayal of urban life, but Williams suggests that this label overlooks its true nature: a popular melodrama. By juxtaposing the good and evil of individuals with the good and evil of institutions, the series transforms close observation into an unparalleled form of storytelling. This book offers a sophisticated analysis of The Wire's narrative power, exploring how it uses genre to create a compelling and addictive viewing experience.

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