Television in Spain

Any follower of Spanish cinema who turns to television finds that the locally produced programs most appreciated by both audiences and critics are as creative and original as any feature film. This book the first of its kind gives close readings of TV programmes broadcast from the 1970s to the present day. They embrace drama comedy and talk/reality shows and are currently available on DVD. It also treats the obsessive theme of television in Almodóvar Spain's most celebrated film director arguing for a re-reading of his work in the light of TV studies. In addition to analysing particular programmes this book examines TV channels production companies governments and the role of the press academy and audience.PAUL JULIAN SMITH is Professor of Spanish at the University of Cambridge.