Alias Assumed: Sex, Lies And SD-6 (Smart Pop series) [Paperback]

Kevin Weisman (Editor), Glenn Yeffeth (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Smart Pop series | Publication Date: July 11, 2005

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The hit television show Alias has developed a devoted, cult-like following of viewers with an appetite for adrenaline-fueled plots. This entertaining collection of essays offers new and clever observations on Alias's spies, gadgets, plot twists, and character motivations. From the multicolored wigs of Sidney Bristow to the undercover office romances and family angst, this tongue-in-cheek study offers interesting new theories and insightful pop culture impressions of one of television's most beloved new series.

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About the Author

Kevin Weisman makes regular appearances on Alias as Marshall J. Flinkman and has also had recurring roles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Felicity, and Roswell. He is a founding member of the award-winning Buffalo Nights Theatre Company. He lives in Los Angeles.

Product Details

• Paperback: 234 pages
• Publisher: Smart Pop (July 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932100466
• ISBN-13: 978-1932100464
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,736,661 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not as intellectually engaging as I had hoped, August 21, 2005

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Felicity Hunt (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alias Assumed: Sex, Lies And SD-6 (Smart Pop series) (Paperback)

When I first heard about this book, I was more than thrilled. Finally! A book that addresses the complicated mythology of Alias in a smart, and intellectually-stimulating way. But sadly, this book proved to be disappointing.

While I did love a few of the articles in the book, I also found some of them to be a "fact dump" with little analysis. If I wanted a plot summary, I wouldn't have spent $14.95 on a book that promised analysis.

As a graduate student, I honestly hoped that "Alias Assumed: Sex, Lies and SD-6" could be useful in my research of modern television, but unfortunately, it wasn't. But if you want a fun book that might raise a few ideas you hadn't considered about your favorite show, it's well worth the read! :)

4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining takes on the show., September 21, 2005

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T. Baker "dabbler" (Orange County, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alias Assumed: Sex, Lies And SD-6 (Smart Pop series) (Paperback)

For anyone who loves this show, the series of essays contained in this book will be entertaining. Family relationships, a spy as role model, Alias as a model on girl friendships, the probability of the gadgets existing/working in real life, the love life of single spies ... all are explored.

You'll probably even have a few moments of "Hey, I've wondered the same thing about XYZ!" I sure did. A fun read.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars for Alias fans, this is a must!, August 2, 2006

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M. J Partipilo "Chi_Mike" (Chicago, Il) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alias Assumed: Sex, Lies And SD-6 (Smart Pop series) (Paperback)

If you were a fan of Alias, I highly recommend buying this book. In a series of essay's, you get an interesting look at the world of Alias. Very entertaining, informative and just plain fun. You'll love it.