Carnivale and the American Grotesque: Critical Essays on the HBO Series

by Peg Aloi (Editor), Hannah E. Johnston (Editor)

HBO's Carnivale was a critically-acclaimed, elaborate period narrative set in Depression era America that set the stage for the current explosion of cinematic storytelling on television. Despite an ambitious and unusual storyline, remarkable production design and stellar cast, the show was cancelled after only two seasons. No other television series has been so steeped in history, spirituality and occultism, and years later it retains a cult-like following. This collection of fresh essays explores the series through a diverse array of topics, from visual aesthetics to tarot symbolism to sexuality to the portrayal of deformity.

204 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 15, 2015

Reviews

[Маx Nestelieiev · Rating 4 out of 5]

good addition to the amazing TV series, but so called "Carnivale Pitch document" is way more interesting.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Carnivale is one of my favorite shows, and gave me my penchant for lack of closure in stories.

Only fitting that it's overintellectualized about!!!

[Bea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gifted this book by a dear friend and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.