Browning, Mark
Stephen King on the Small Screen
- ISBN 13:
- 9781841504124
- author:
- Browning, Mark
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 190
- Dimensions:
- 22.8 x 16.8 x 1.2 cm
- Genre:
- Media studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Stephen King's work has captivated audiences across various mediums. This book examines the author's television adaptations in depth, exploring what makes his fiction suitable for the small screen and how these adaptations contribute to his overall success. By focusing on TV films such as The Stand, The Night Flier, Storm of the Century, Rose Red, Kingdom Hospital, and the 2004 remake of Salem's Lot, Mark Browning sheds new light on King's approach to storytelling. He considers the relationship between big and small screen adaptations, discussing why some versions are more effective than others. Browning's analysis reveals the elements of style and approach that have helped make Stephen King one of the world's best-selling authors. This book offers a fresh perspective on King's television work, making it an interesting read for fans of the author and film enthusiasts alike.
Related Products
Related Products
Stephen King on the Big Screen
Browning, M
Small Mercies: 'can't-put-it-down entertainment' Stephen King
Lehane, Dennis
2023 Stephen King Annual: Creepshow (Stephen King Annual)
King, Stephen
The Complete Stephen King Universe: A Guide to the Worlds of Stephen King
Golden, Christopher
Stephen Poliakoff on Stage and Screen
Robin Nelson