Naslov
Constructing Diversity: Alternative History in Netflix’s Bridgerton

Autori
Markasović, Valentina

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Skup
See and Be Seen: An Interdisciplinary Conference on Storytelling and Identity in Popular Culture

Mjesto i datum
Auckland, Novi Zeland, 13-14.09.2022

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Ključne riječi
Bridgerton ; alternative history ; identity

Sažetak
Netflix’s Bridgerton (2020-present) is a widely popular small screen adaptation of Julia Quinn’s novels dealing with the romantic endeavours of eight siblings from the esteemed Bridgerton family. The plot of the novels is set in the Regency period, a popular setting of romance novels and period dramas. The Regency era is a term used for the early nineteenth century in Britain, when the Prince Regent (later George IV) ruled in the stead of the incapacitated George III. While the show adaptation remains rooted in this time frame, it also takes liberties with the historical setting. Basing their choices on historical uncertainties about the race of Queen Charlotte, the wife of George III, the producers present the Regency as racially and culturally diverse in all social classes. The paper aims to show that Bridgerton can be said to belong to the genre of alternative history, which enables the producers to fulfil their goal of casting light on racial and cultural issues ubiquitous both to the past and the present. The paper displays that the series’ alternative history showcases diverse members of the society as equal to the historically dominant group, but still makes them aware of the colonial practices and burdens. After establishing the social circumstances of this imagined setting, the paper examines how they influence the characters’ identities. The focus will be placed on the characters of Simon Basset, Will Mondrich, and Kate Sharma.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Interdisciplinarne humanističke znanosti, Filmska umjetnost (filmske, elektroničke i medijske umjetnosti pokretnih slika)

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