Monday, January 31, 2022

Lou Grant: The Making of TV's Top Newspaper Drama By: Douglass K. Daniel

A fascinating look at the creation of the the tv show, Lou Grant.  How does one take a beloved sitcom character and turn him into a dramatic lead?  Douglass K. Daniel explores how the show was created, and what went into making it a realist look at the world journalism.  Placing Lou Grant in it's context within the history of television, it's lasting impact on television and journalism, Daniel does a remarkable job of analyzing this particular show before, within and after it's time, all while keeping the reader engaged.


 

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