Massimo Giacon's 100 TV series reimagined in new book

Massimo Giacon, born in Padua in 1961, has published a book titled "…Ed è subito serial" (Panini 9L, Modena, 2018) in which he reimagines 100 television series he has personally watched. The series range from cult classics like "Ai confini della realtà" and "Downton Abbey" to popular shows like "Desperate Housewives", "Sandokan", "The Handmaid's Tale", "Westworld", "Star Trek", "Doctor Who", "Black Mirror", "Game of Thrones", "Batman", "Scrubs", "Colombo", and "Stranger Things". The project originated spontaneously on Facebook, where Giacon posted sketches and reviews of series as he watched them, engaging with other fans. Publishers later approached him to turn this passion into a book. The book features a horizontal layout with a large cover image on the left and a comic strip sequence on the right. Giacon's style is described as ironic, self-deprecating, and pop, using cartoonish and grotesque drawings to convey content that blends seriousness with humor. The work is noted for its sociological interest, reflecting on contemporary society and the spectacle culture. The book costs €20 and has 112 pages.