Behind Bars and Beyond: Exploring the Dedicated Fandom of HBO’s Oz
Introduction HBO’s Oz wasn’t just a prison drama; it was a cultural lightning rod, and its fandom reflects that intensity. Airing from 1997 to 2003, the brainchild of Tom Fontana transported viewers to Emerald City, an experimental unit within a fictional maximum-security prison. Oz became notorious for its graphic violence, diverse cast, exploration of complex…
