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The feminist truths hiding in plain sight behind every glitter-fueled meltdown. For feminist media scholar Evie Psarras, The Real Housewives franchise has been her greatest source of entertainment and comfort since its first iteration. It’s also where she learned some of life’s most...

Entertainment was never just entertainment… It was instruction. From the sleek hallways of Constance Billard to the rainy corridors of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, Doménica Feraud—like so many of us—was raised by TV. It was her greatest comfort, her most passionate obsession, her...

New York Times bestselling author and esteemed TV critic Alan Sepinwall delivers the definitive biography of Rod Serling, creator of The Twilight Zone. Serling’s pioneering work not only included entertaining millions and shaping television standards, but also being an outspoken advocate on a...

A celebration of a generation of iconic comedies—the raunchy, blockbuster “Frat Pack” films of the early 2000s—and a no-holds-barred look at their rise and fall in Hollywood, the effects of which can still be felt in the fractured media landscape of today If you were a moviegoer in the...

Bloomsbury Presents The Night of the Hunter, read and written by Simon Callow The Night of the Hunter (1955) was Charles Laughton's only film as director. Part expressionist horror movie, part luminous fairy tale, it contains some of the most haunting images in cinema. Willa (Shelley Winters)...

NARRATED BY THE AUTHORS A fond and nostalgic cultural history of It's a Wonderful Life, celebrating the beloved holiday film's actors and creators, its unexpected journey from public domain to holiday classic, and what its enduring legacy reveals about America. An indelible time capsule into the...

A sweeping memoir of an Asian American Hollywood pioneer, star of Everything Everywhere All at Once and Mulan, from coming of age under the Chinese Exclusion Act to becoming one of the hardest-working actors in the business. You might not know actor James Hong’s name, but we can guarantee...

Bloomsbury presents The Girl Who Would be Marilyn Monroe by Tony Castro, read by John Chancer. A thoughtful glimpse into the childhood of Norma Jeane Mortenson and how it shaped her into the iconic Marilyn Monroe for the 100th anniversary of her birth. At the fragile intersection of myth and...

ER: The Oral History is a deep dive into the show that began the modern medical drama phenomenon, and it contains new interviews with over 60 people, including John Wells and Noah Wyle (showrunner and star of the original ER, respectively, and executive producers of HBO's The Pitt), Eriq LaSalle...

Dave Karger, Turner Classic Movies host and film expert, leads compelling and unexpected discussions with stars such as Scarlett Johansson, Paul Rudd, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sterling K. Brown, Tom Ford, Carol Burnett, Anna Kendrick, Ava DuVernay, Don Cheadle, and many more, on their top film...

'I loved it, and I'm sure you will too' - Joe Lycett 'A captivating memoir: illuminating, witty, and tremendously moving' - Nigella Lawson 'A tender portrait of the importance of TV' - Jack Thorne Two very gay things happened in the space of 24 hours in October 2003. Coronation Street aired its...

A gripping behind-the-scenes account of one of the most influential news programs in American history, featuring a foreword by veteran 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley, whose recent dismissal from CBS News has renewed national attention on the fight for journalistic integrity and preserving...

Roseanne never lied to you. While other sitcoms of the era sold comfortable fiction; that hard work always pays off and that good choices guarantee good outcomes. The Conner household told the truth: sometimes you celebrate a stranger's misplaced credit card before you remember that you are not the kind of family that does that. Roseanne: Morality Under Pressure argues that this wasn't hypocrisy. It was the most honest moral framework television ever put on screen.

The A24 New Wave is the story of the foundation of the indie film powerhouse that championed new voices and transformed cinema. This comprehensive book explores the A24 way, their business practices, and the great cinema that changed the way movies are marketed and seen. Includes in-depth stories about filmmakers Barry Jenkins, Robert Eggers, Greta Gerwig, Sean Baker, Ari Aster, and so many more.

Some films refuse you everything. They withhold explanation. They dwell on rain and rust and silent faces. They impose a length that feels, for the first twenty minutes, like an insult. And then they move into you and stay for the rest of your life. Meanwhile the film that gave you everything is forgotten by the time you reach the parking lot. This book begins with that puzzle, and it does not stay with cinema for long.

Experience the captivating evolution of film history, transforming silent shadow play into a global cinematic powerhouse. Whether you need an inspiring deep-focus listen for your morning commute or a nostalgic dive into pop culture, this audio journey captures our relentless desire to share...

Trace the fascinating technological history of how a crude laboratory experiment completely rewired global pop culture. Whether you are seeking a thought-provoking commute or unwinding with a deeply nostalgic look at the past, this narrative captures the relentless evolution of our living rooms...

Trace the evolution of animation from simple optical toys to the modern CGI revolution in this energetic film history. Perfect for an inspiring commute or a nostalgic escape, this journey reveals how visionary artists taught still drawings to breathe, think, and feel. Step inside the bustling...

Uncover the gripping sociology and media history behind the glowing screen that quietly rewired human consciousness. Perfect for an analytical morning commute, this engaging narrative traces the rise of broadcasting from a fascinating laboratory curiosity into an omnipresent political and...

Experience the ultimate film history journey, tracing visual storytelling from optical parlor tricks to high art. Whether you're upgrading your daily commute or seeking an intellectual deep dive, this immersive chronicle captures the magic of the silver screen. Step behind the camera to see how...