KateModern
KateModern was the sister series of lonelygirl15. The series, which was announced on July 16, 2007, began filming on July 9 and the first video, Fight and Flight, was released on July 16. The show is produced by EQAL in partnership with Bebo. It ended on June 28, 2008, slightly less than a year following its original release. KateModern is set in East London, England, and bears many similarities to its parent series. Both Kate and Bree are avid video bloggers and carry a dark secret. The series takes the ongoing story from the lonelygirl15 series, transposing it against a London backdrop. Major plot lines and story arcs are related between both series. Several characters from both series have communicated with each other, and a formal two-week cross-over was run between them in April 2008.
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Plot Summary
KateModern was a groundbreaking web series that followed the life of Kate, a young woman navigating the complexities of modern relationships, technology, and identity in London. The show used a unique format, releasing new installments multiple times a week, allowing viewers to engage with the narrative in real-time through blogs, social media profiles, and interactive elements. It explored themes of love, betrayal, and the blurred lines between online and offline personas.
Critical Reception
KateModern was critically acclaimed for its innovative storytelling and pioneering use of the internet as a platform for serialized drama. It garnered attention for its realistic portrayal of young adult life and its forward-thinking integration of digital media into the narrative, earning it a reputation as a significant early example of web television.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its innovative use of the internet to tell a story.
- Applauded for its realistic depiction of modern relationships and technology.
- Recognized as a significant milestone in early web series development.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'KateModern' is not readily available, but the series was generally lauded for its fresh approach to storytelling and its relevant themes for a younger audience.
Fun Fact
KateModern was one of the first web series to extensively use companion social media profiles and blogs for its characters, creating an immersive, multi-platform narrative experience.
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