The Rainbow Age of Television : An Opinionated History of Queer TV.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Warner, Shayna Maci.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Homosexuality and television.

Gay and lesbian studies.

Genre:

Informational works.

Television criticism and reviews.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (265 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Abrams, Inc., 2024.

Summary:

This book offers an opinionated history of queer representation on television, exploring how it has evolved over time. It examines the significant milestones and pioneering shows that have shaped the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes. The author delves into personal anecdotes and cultural analysis to highlight the impact of queer TV on both personal and societal levels. The book is intended for audiences interested in media studies, LGBTQ+ history, and television culture, providing insights into the intersection of queer identity and media representation. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Introduction: On Owing Everything to (and Wanting More from) Queer TV

Chapter 1: For the Very First Time

Chapter 2: QIA2S+: Firsts and Far to Boldly Go

Queer & A: Lilly Wachowski

Chapter 3: Just a Regular Jodie: Recurring, Regular, and Lead Queer Characters

Queer & A: Jamie Babbit

Chapter 4: The Rainbow Age Meets the Gray Area

Queer & A: Jessica Sutton

Chapter 5: Everybody Dies

Queer & A: Stephanie Beatriz

Chapter 6: Gays in “Real” Life

Queer & A: Melissa King

Queer & A: Sasha Colby

Chapter 7: For the Very Second Time: Reboots and Revisions

Queer & A: Jennifer Beals

Queer & A: Tanya Saracho

Conclusion: The End of the Rainbow

Acknowledgments

Notes

Index of Searchable Terms

Back Cover Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781647007157

1647007151

OCLC:

1451802624