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Television After the Network Era: Feminist Studies and Media Culture

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REDESIGNING WOMEN: Television after the Network Era (Feminist Studies and Media Culture)

by Amanda D. Lotz

5 out of 5

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The television landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. The rise of streaming services, social media, and other new technologies has led to a proliferation of new content and new ways to watch it. This has had a profound impact on the way we think about television and its role in our culture.

In Television After the Network Era: Feminist Studies and Media Culture, a team of leading scholars explores the ways in which these changes have impacted the representation of women and other marginalized groups on television. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the current state of television and its future prospects. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of feminism, media studies, and popular culture.

The End of the Network Era

The network era of television was characterized by a small number of large broadcasters who controlled the vast majority of the content that was available. This gave these broadcasters a great deal of power over what we watched and how we watched it. However, the rise of new technologies has challenged this monopoly.

Streaming services like Netflix and Hulu have given viewers more choice than ever before. They can now watch whatever they want, whenever they want, and on whatever device they want. This has led to a decline in the ratings of traditional broadcast networks. In 2019, the average American watched only 24 hours of live television per week, down from 32 hours in 2010.

Social media has also played a role in the decline of the network era. Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook allow viewers to connect with each other and share their thoughts on television shows. This has created a new kind of public sphere where viewers can discuss and debate television shows in real time.

The Rise of New Voices

The decline of the network era has created an opportunity for new voices to be heard on television. Streaming services and social media have given independent producers and creators a platform to share their work with the world. This has led to a proliferation of new and diverse content that would not have been possible under the old system.

One of the most significant changes in the way that television is produced is the rise of women and other marginalized groups behind the camera. In the past, women and minorities were often relegated to secondary roles in the television industry. However, today, they are increasingly taking on leadership positions as writers, directors, and producers.

This is having a positive impact on the representation of women and other marginalized groups on television. In recent years, we have seen a number of groundbreaking shows that have featured diverse casts and storylines. These shows are challenging stereotypes and giving a voice to people who have been historically underrepresented on television.

The Future of Television

The future of television is uncertain. However, one thing is for sure: the old network era is over. New technologies are changing the way we watch and produce television, and this is creating new opportunities for diverse voices to be heard.

Television After the Network Era: Feminist Studies and Media Culture is an essential guide to understanding the present and future of television. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of feminism, media studies, and popular culture.

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REDESIGNING WOMEN: Television after the Network Era (Feminist Studies and Media Culture)

by Amanda D. Lotz

5 out of 5