Reading Angel The TV Spin-Off With A Soul

In 1999, Joss Whedon spun-off the vampire with a soul fromBuffy the Vampire Slayerinto his ownAngel. Recast in L.A.,Angeldeveloped its own preoccupations, exploring a darker vision of alienation, atonement and the fight for redemption. The series ended in 2004, but its legion of loyal fans continues to petition the WB network for a new spin-off or motion picture on the "Save Angel" website and other online fansites. This book covers all five seasons, discussing the cinematic aesthetics ofAngel, its music, shifting portrayals of masculinity, the noir Los Angeles setting, the superhero, and horror. A complete episode guide is included.Abbott, Stacey is the author of 'Reading Angel The TV Spin-Off With A Soul', published 2005 under ISBN 9781850438397 and ISBN 1850438390.