Unpacking "Chuck": The TV Series Interpreted

by G. Walter Bush

Unpacking "Chuck": The TV Series Interpreted is just what the “Chuck” enthusiast has been waiting for! The first and only book analyzing the former NBC and current Netflix series, it digs beneath the surface of the dramatic elements of the show, addressing elements of the plot, characters, themes, and imagery from all five seasons. The author unpacks meanings embedded in the script, cinematography and musical lyrics of the audio-visual text while linking concepts throughout the series to aid interpretation. Not only does Unpacking Chuck clear up ambiguities regarding Chuck, Sarah, and their relationship, but entire chapters are devoted to Bryce Larkin, Orion, Frost, Ellie, Morgan, and three more on Casey! After reading Unpacking "Chuck", you won’t view the series in quite the same way again. Unpacking "Chuck" has been featured in articles posted on Chucktv.net, Thenerdmachine.com, and Thechuckmovie.com.

Genres: Nonfiction

171 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 2, 2014

About the author

The author of four works of literary criticism and now also a faith-based track and field novel.

Reviews

[Danielle · Rating 2 out of 5]

Fun for fans of the show, but the writing style was hard to get through sometimes and some ideas seemed like a stretch. I will say it made me want to rewatch the series yet again so that’s something lol

[Melinae · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anything based or related to Chuck is good for me. I just love that TV Show, so I really liked "Unpacking Chuck". And I'm very happy about the fact that even when the show is over people still watch it and now, thanks to Walter Bush, they can read about it.

I never realized how much Sarah struggled to become a person besides a spy and now I'm wishing more than ever that "magical kiss" returned her memories to her.

I cut wait for Warner Brothers to make a movie about the show... but for now I must read "Unpacking Chuck vol. 2".

[McKenna R · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was by no means a literary masterpiece. G. Walter Bush used an excessive amount of adjectives and there were a few grammatical errors. However, as an analysis of the TV show Chuck, it was very successful. I don't agree with all of his conclusions, but it was an interesting read. The last chapter in particular shed some light on the ambiguous ending to the series. All in all, a good read for devoted fans of NBC's Chuck--nothing more, nothing less.

[Brian3753 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bravo

Enjoyed every aspect of the book. Loved seeing my one favorite shows dissected for it's deeper meaning. I can wait to watch the series again to see all of the points this book brought up.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun look back

This is a fun and interesting look at the great tv series that is Chuck. It makes you want to go back a watch the show all over again to look for the comments mentioned in the book. I look forward to reading 2.0!