Q “Logically, we are long past the point where the protagonist of all these adventures can be the same individual, but the audience understands and accepts it.”
C Unfolding stories, or ongoing narratives, typically follow a set of rules for continuity that uphold the original values of a story and satisfy audiences by honoring classic and signature elements of a story. In the case of Doctor Who, there is not one single creator or writer who has control over these elements, so the continuity may come from a devoted audience and their expectations.
Q Why do dedicated audiences seek further adaptations and unfolding texts of stand alone narratives?
Narrative Design Fall 2019 