Abstract
A discussion of television drama - whether realist or fantasy - in terms of its representation of social reality and its impact on audiences; it includes a discussion of 'Star Trek' and interviews with one of the programme's stars, and its production staff.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Using Visual Evidence |
| Editors | Richard Howells, Robert W. Matson |
| Pages | 153-169 |
| Publication status | Published - 2009 |
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Keywords
- television
- drama
- social reality
- representation
- science fiction
- star trek
- production values
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Messenger Davies, M. (2009). ‘What planet are we on? Television drama’s relationship with social reality’. In R. Howells, & R. W. Matson (Eds.), Using Visual Evidence (pp. 153-169)