Mediatized Fan Play: Moods, Modes and Dark Play in Networked Communities

The theoretical chapters of this book map existing fan studies research and develop new theoretical perspectives of fandom by bringing fan studies, play theory, and mediatization theory together. The case study chapters provide comprehensive, in-depth analysis of fandoms from the US, UK, and Scandinavia, offering examples of different play moods and playful practices in a transmedia perspective. Empirical examples are drawn from a diverse range of media, including television, musicals, podcasts, politicians, film series, and media platforms.

Format: Hardback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Theoretical chapters in this book map existing fan studies research and develop new theoretical perspectives on fandom by bringing together fan studies, play theory, and mediatization theory. These chapters explore the complex dynamics of fan communities and their interactions with media platforms, examining how fans engage with content and create meaningful connections within these spaces.

In addition to theoretical chapters, the book includes case study chapters that provide comprehensive and in-depth analysis of fandoms from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Scandinavia. These case studies serve as examples of different play moods and playful practices in a transmedia perspective. By examining these fandoms through a transmedia lens, the book offers insights into how fans engage with multiple forms of media and how they create shared meanings and experiences across different platforms.

To support the empirical analysis, the book draws on a wide range of media, including television shows such as Sherlock, SKAM, and Gilmore Girls; musicals such as Hamilton Musical and Dear Evan Hansen; podcasts such as Pod Save America and Serial; politicians such as Bernie Sanders, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump; film series such as Harry Potter, Star Wars, and The Avengers; and media platforms such as Twitter, YouTube, Tumblr, Reddit, Facebook, Instagram, and Archiveofourown. These examples provide concrete illustrations of the theories and concepts discussed in the book and showcase the diverse ways in which fans engage with media and form communities.

Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to studying fandom, providing valuable insights into the complex dynamics of fan communities and their interactions with media. It will be of interest to scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of media studies, fan studies, and cultural studies, as well as anyone who is interested in the ways in which fans create and consume media content.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138545847