4865 results for 'Levy, Matt'

Quality Popular Television: Cult TV, the Industry and Fans (BFI Modern Classics) This book examines the qualities that make contemporary television shows compelling, using examples from diverse...

The Second World War marked a turning point in American history, ending its period of isolation from international power politics. As a result, the country's stance on Realist ideology shifted, with...

Tabloid Culture: Trash Taste, Popular Power and the Transformation of American Television by Kevin Glynn. In the latter half of the 1980s and throughout the 1990s, television talk shows, infotainment...

The Alevis in Europe: Voices of Migration, Culture and Identity This collection of essays explores the experiences of the Alevi community as they navigate their identities in both Turkey and Western...

Can Big Bird Fight Terrorism? explores how Sesame Street's global reach is being used to promote multicultural education and peaceful coexistence in conflict-affected societies. Naomi Moland examines...

The Face of the Other and the Trace of God: Essays on the Philosophy of Emmanuel LevinasThis collection of essays explores the philosophy of Emmanuel Levinas, examining his ideas in relation to other...

This book explores the television landscape of the 1990s, highlighting 99 episodes that defined the decade. From police procedurals to cartoons and game shows, these episodes showcase the diversity...

Joss Whedon's works often explore societal problems through metaphorical narratives. This book examines structural violence and the limits of consent in Whedon's universe, tracing anarchist theory...

Production Design for Screen Visual Storytelling in Film and Television explores the role of production designers in creating engaging screen spaces. Through exclusive interviews with renowned...

Unlocking Success as an Office Production Assistant in Film & Television. This comprehensive guide explores the reality of working in the Production Office as an Office Production Assistant,...

For those looking to break into writing for television, this comprehensive guide provides professional tips and techniques on scriptwriting, structure, plotting, characterization, dialogue, and...

Rock Me on the Water 1974 is an exceptional cultural history that explores the pivotal year when Los Angeles' creative peak was at its most influential. In this lyrical recreation, Atlantic Senior...

This comprehensive reference guide contains over 3000 words and phrases used in American film, television, multimedia, and theater. With its extensive alphabetized entries, actors can easily look up...

Unlock the secrets of acting for film and television with this practical approach. Written by veteran actor, producer, and director John Howard Swain, this book provides a clear-cut technique to help...

The Self-Help Myth: How Philanthropy Fails to Alleviate Poverty by Erica Kohl-Arenas. In California's Central Valley, one of the wealthiest agricultural regions in the world, poverty persists despite...

The Deep End of South Park: Critical Essays on Television's Shocking Cartoon SeriesThis collection of critical essays explores the cultural relevance and artistic value of Comedy Central's South...

Emanuel Levinas and the Limits to Ethics A Critique and a Re-Appropriation by Aryeh Botwinick explores the distinct nature of Jewish ethics in comparison to Christian ethics, as well as its...

Behind the scenes of seven revolutionary teen shows lies a story of how television transformed over the last three decades. Entertainment journalist Thea Glassman takes readers on a journey to...

Their Own Best Creations: Women Writers in Postwar Television This book offers a fresh perspective on the history of television writing in the post-war period. Annie Berke explores the contributions...

Elana Levine's Her Stories explores the history of daytime television soap operas as a uniquely gendered cultural form and a central force in network television. Drawing on archival research and her...

Leviticus: A Discourse Analysis of the Hebrew Bible offers in-depth commentary on the Old Testament book of Leviticus. Written by Jay Sklar, this volume is part of the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary...

The War for Late Night When Leno Went Early and Television Went Crazy by Bill Carter. In September 2010, NBC's decision to move Jay Leno from his long-standing role as host of The Tonight Show was...

Reading the Bromance: Homosocial Relationships in Film and Television by Michael DeAngelis explores the concept of bromance, an emotionally intense bond between straight men. This collection of...

Sheila Levine está muerta y vive en Nueva York is a humorous and poignant novel about a young woman's struggles with identity, relationships, and finding her place in the world. When Sheila turns...

Haunted Media: Electronic Presence from Telegraphy to Television explores America's enduring connection between new electronic media and paranormal phenomena. From the telegraph to television,...

Invisible Leviathan Marx's Law of Value in the Twilight of Capitalism by Murray E. G. Smith is a critical exploration of Karl Marx's 'capitalist law of value' and its corollary, the law of the...

This collection of interviews brings together American, British and Australian writers, directors and actors who share their stories about creating action-packed movies and TV shows from the 1950s to...

Screening Culture, Viewing Politics: An Ethnography of Television, Womanhood, and Nation in Postcolonial India by Purnima Mankekar explores how television has shaped women's roles in Indian society...

CNN's 24-hour news network revolutionised the way news was delivered. This book tells the story of how Ted Turner developed this idea and changed the television landscape.Historical photographs bring...

Sherlock Holmes has lost none of his appeal since his 1887 literary debut. His relationship with Dr. Watson is particularly intriguing, as he seems both superfluous and essential to the stories...

Angels on Assignment: True Stories of Encounters with AngelsThis book shares personal experiences of encounters with angels, offering a unique insight into the world of angelic presence. Levis...

The essays in Vita Vigilia Est offer a fresh perspective on Pliny the Elder's life and work. This collection honours Barbara Levick's seminal research on the politics and society of imperial Rome,...

Piano Solo Songbook11 original music selections for piano solo from the hit HBO series, featuring the iconic main title theme composed by Ramin Djawadi, alongside other memorable tracks.Includes: The...

This fully updated guide takes you inside the world of creating music for film, television, and video games. Industry expert Jeff Rona shares his expertise on musical aesthetics, cutting-edge...

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol remains a beloved and enduring tale. Its influence can be seen in numerous adaptations across various media, from stage productions to animated musicals. This...

Bette Davis as a madam. Orson Welles hosting The Twilight Zone . Mae West voicing a cartoon character. Shirley Temple playing a social worker.Many Hollywood stars attempted to make the transition...

The Literary Galaxy of Star Trek: An Analysis of References and Themes in the Television Series and FilmsThis book explores the connections between the Star Trek franchise and literature, examining...

The Regional Roots of Developmental Politics in India A Divided Leviathan by Aseema Sinha explores the complex relationship between the Indian state and its regional development trajectories. This...

The Worlds of Farscape: Essays on the Groundbreaking Television Series By Sherry Ginn, Donald E. Palumbo, and C.W. Sullivan III This collection of essays explores the themes and characters that make...

Structural Anthropology explores the fundamental principles that govern human societies. First published in 1974, this influential work introduced the "structural method," which revolutionized social...

The Tories and Television, 1951-1964: Broadcasting an Elite By Anthony Ridge-Newman Palgrave Macmillan UK, 2016, 168 pages, hardcover. This book explores the relationship between television and the...

Chai Jing's memoir offers a rare glimpse into the world of television news in China, revealing the complexities and challenges faced by journalists. With eleven propulsive chapters, Chai recounts her...

Captain America has been a symbol of American values for over seventy years. His character has evolved significantly since his debut in 1940, reflecting changing societal attitudes towards...

Big Screen, Small Screen: A Complete Guide to Writing for Film and Television is a comprehensive guide to screenwriting for beginners and experienced writers alike. This book covers all aspects of...

TV by Design: Modern Art and the Rise of Network Television By Lynn Spigel, University of Chicago Press, 2008 The history of television is often seen as a straightforward story of how old forms of...

This second edition of Making Sense of Television explores the complex relationships between audiences and television programmes. By examining the concept of 'parasocial interaction', the book delves...

Discover the art of writing dialogue for television with insights from five Hollywood professionals. Creating Dialogue for TV: Screenwriters Talk Television presents interviews with industry experts...

Costume Design 101: The Business and Art of Creating Costumes for Film and Television is a comprehensive guide to the world of costume design. Written by an industry veteran with 40 years of...

Carl Schmitt's The Leviathan in the State Theory of Thomas Hobbes explores the enduring symbol of the protective Leviathan to address the nature of modern statehood. First published in 1938, this...

This critical anthology explores the recent boom in Spanish horror cinema and television productions. It examines a range of films and filmmakers through various critical perspectives.The volume...

Auschwitz: A Mother's Story - How I Fought to Survive and See My Daughter Again by Rosa de Winter-Levy In the midst of World War II, Rosa de Winter-Levy and her family were forced into hiding, only...

Paradise Sands: A Story of Enchantment by Levi Pinfold is an enchanting tale of haunting places and mystical bargains, sumptuously illustrated in hardcover.A young girl and her brothers step into the...

Deborah's life is a mix of childhood wonder and melancholy, with the arrival of new girl Sarah-Jayne bringing a whirlwind of gossip and speculation. But when Sarah-Jayne starts sharing stories about...

Piercing Leviathan: God's Defeat of Evil in the Book of Job The second speech of the Old Testament book of Job is one of its most challenging passages. After waiting for what feels like an eternity,...

This reference guide provides practical help for those who want to assist individuals struggling with the spirits of Jezebel / Leviathan / Ahab / Legion, aiming to set them free. To fully understand...

Levinas and Analytic Philosophy explores the relevance of Emmanuel Levinas's work to recent developments in analytic philosophy. Contemporary philosophers have found common ground with Levinas's...

How Popular Culture Destroys Our Political Imagination: Capitalism and Its Alternatives in Film and Television explores how popular screen media texts represent capitalism, the state, and their...

This book offers a new perspective on the writing of history, one that views it as an ethical and emotional engagement with people from the past.The author draws on the philosophy of Emmanuel Levinas...

This insightful analysis explores how contemporary TV dramas representing women's experiences during and after World War II reflect the postfeminist media climate. Cat Mahoney examines how these...

Aaron Sorkin: A Writer's Craft and Politics. This collection of essays offers new insights into the work of one of Hollywood's most influential screenwriters, Aaron Sorkin. Eleven essayists from...

Telling Terror in Judges 19 explores the story of the Levite's pilegesh, commonly referred to as the Levite's concubine, and its relevance to modern rape culture. This book offers a reparative...

Understanding Digital Television: A Practical Guide to DVB Systems and TV Distribution Digital television has transformed the way we watch our favourite shows, but with so many new devices and...

Screening Characters explores the theories and practices of character development in film, television, and interactive media. This book examines the ways in which performers and stars shape our...

Screening the Operatic Stage explores how opera has adapted to changing media technologies. From early television broadcasts to modern live streams, opera houses have incorporated technology to reach...

Seers, Witches and Psychics on Screen: An Analysis of Women Visionary Characters in Recent Television and Film explores the representation of women with unique visionary abilities in postfeminist...

Don't Look at the Camera tells the extraordinary story of making television. Ian Fisher's memoirs take readers on an often hilarious and sometimes emotional journey through his adventures in the...

Anna May Wong: A Complete Guide to Her Film, Stage, Radio and Television WorkThis comprehensive biography covers Anna May Wong's entire career and personal life, from her 60 film appearances to her...

Follyfoot Remembered by Jane Royston is a behind-the-scenes look at the Yorkshire Television drama series. Written by Horse Manager Jane Royston, this book takes readers on a journey of discovery...

The Art of Executive Appearance offers a powerful guide to crafting an on-camera presence. By distilling years of experience in anchoring news and special reports, Yousef Gamal El-Din provides a...

Buffy Goes Dark: Essays on the Final Two Seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer on Television A collection of thirteen essays exploring the popular series' conclusion, this book provides a multifaceted...

Television and the Afghan Culture Wars Brought to You by Foreigners, Warlords, and Activists explores how television has played a crucial role in Afghanistan's public debates about women's rights,...

Food and Cooking on Early Television in Europe: A Critical Examination of Postwar Foodways. This collection explores how food programming on early European television influenced food habits and...

Little Me: A Bawdy Autobiography Belle Poitrine's life is one hilarious mishap after another. Born with a name that means "beautiful bosom" in French, she claws her way from humble beginnings to the...

Discover how yoga can be used as medicine to alleviate over 50 common ailments. Curing Yoga presents over 100 basic yoga sequences, each designed to cure a specific ailment, making it accessible to...

The Secret Doctrine of the Gaon of Vilna Volume II: The Josephic Messiah, Leviathan, Metatron and the Sacred Serpent. This volume introduces the reader to the Kabbalah School of the Gaon of Vilna, a...

Spoiler Alert! Mind-tricking Narratives in Contemporary Hollywood Film By Cornelia Klecker Recent years have seen a rise in films with surprise endings, often featuring two interconnected plotlines...

Disturbing Business Ethics: Emmanuel Levinas and the Politics of Organization offers an unconventional approach to ethical thinking and practice in politics and organisations.This book will be of...

Discover the fascinating history of hosted horror on television, from the 1930s to the early 1970s. This comprehensive guide explores the best TV horror films and the charismatic hosts who introduced...

The houses of Levittown, Long Island, serve as cultural artifacts in this examination of government-sponsored housing policies and their impact on families and society. Beginning with the basic...

This study of monopolies and trusts in England from Tudor days to the twentieth century provides valuable insights into early capitalism and industrial organisation.First published in 1909, this key...

The Leviathan by Rosie Andrews is a spellbinding mystery and a story of impossible things. In Norfolk, 1643, Thomas Treadwater returns home to find his family in turmoil. His father is dying, his...

Behind the scenes of Cleveland's Golden Age of Children's Television The 1950s to 1970s was a time when children's television sprang from the creative minds of actors who made it up as they went...

AIDS TV: Identity, Community, and Alternative Video explores the role of media activism in shaping community identity and self-empowerment. Alexandra Juhasz examines how camcorder AIDS activism has...

Exploring the relationship between Emmanuel Levinas's ethical philosophy and film style, this book examines how directors such as the Dardenne Brothers, Barbet Schroeder, and Paul Schrader use their...

Television and Presidential Power in Putin's Russia by Tina Burrett explores the complex relationship between control of Russian television media and presidential power during Vladimir Putin's tenure...

The Bread Bible by Rose Levy Beranbaum is a comprehensive guide to bread baking, featuring 150 meticulous and foolproof recipes. This book provides a thorough education in the art of baking, with...

SOLEDAD Volume Two is a tribute to Joe D'Amato, featuring interviews with Samm Deighan and Justin Coffee, alongside contributions from John Levy, Marcelline Block, Emily Clare Bryant, Heather Drain,...

Operations Rules: Delivering Customer Value through Flexible Operations by David Simchi-Levi. In today's global business landscape, companies face numerous challenges that can disrupt their supply...

Ringolevio: A Life Played for Keeps is a remarkable story of self-invention by Emmett Grogan, a man who defied convention and reinvented himself multiple times. Born on New York City's mean streets,...

Philip Serrell's latest memoir offers a candid and humorous account of his life as an auctioneer. In "What Am I Bid?", he shares stories from his career, including encounters with dodgy cars, fakes...

The Origins of Alevism: A Recent Reevaluation In the late 1980s, the Alevis, who were previously thought to be assimilated into Turkish society, began to assert their distinctiveness. This assertion...

The Official Dick Van Dyke Show Book: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Television's Most Enduring Comedy This comprehensive book offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the iconic...

The Colossal COLUMBO Quiz Book A Plethora of Perplexing Questions About Television's Greatest Detective Show by Alan L. Galpert Test your knowledge of one of television's most iconic detectives with...

Writing a Successful TV Series: A Practical Guide to Pitching and Developing Projects for Television and Online Streaming. Emmanuel Oberg shares his expertise in screenwriting and industry...

Jewish Philosophy as a Guide to Life by Hilary Putnam explores the thought-provoking ideas of three major Jewish philosophers: Franz Rosenzweig, Martin Buber, and Emmanuel Levinas. Ludwig...

Hal Roach: A Life in Comedy The story of Hal Roach's life is one of adventure and creativity. As a teenager, he drew inspiration for his own comedy films, including an 8mm film at the age of 15...

Talking with Television Women, Talk Shows, and Modern Self-reflexivity by Helen Wood explores the complex relationship between television talk shows and their viewers. Through in-depth analysis of...

Arresting and dark, The Puzzle Wood is a tale of madness, murder, and disputed inheritances, with hints of the supernatural. In the woods, something is stirring. Miss Catherine Symonds arrives at...

The Modern Superhero in Film and Television: A Cultural Analysis of Popular Genre and American Culture. In recent years, live-action superhero films have become a dominant force at the box office,...

The Nixon-Kennedy Presidential Debates 4D: A Revolutionary Moment in American Politics In August 1960, television brought history to life as two presidential candidates faced off in their first-ever...