American Film and Society since 1945, 4th Edition / Edition 4

by Leonard Quart, Albert Auster

Overview

This post-World War II survey of American cinema provides an in-depth exploration of how film acts as a powerful cultural expression of the American public's dreams and desires.

In this most recent update to American Film and Society since 1945, the authors expand upon earlier editions by adding films previously neglected, and broaden their analysis of a number of films by discussing how these works capture the mood and values of American society in a particular decade. Interpretation of films can involve direct connections with social and political issues, but often deal with the important subtext of dreams, desires, and displacements that the American public feels.

Recent films that present gay relationships and politics, such as Brokeback Mountain and Milk, and that address race relations and urban life like Crash and Precious are examined. This fourth edition also addresses changes in the modern film industry such as convergence and the digital revolution.

• Includes an introduction that addresses the history of the last decade and discusses events such as the attacks of September 11th, 2001, Hurricane Katrina, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the economic crisis, and the election of President Barack Obama

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781440800795
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	07/15/2011
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	344
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Leonard Quart is professor emeritus of cinema studies at the College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY, and at the CUNY Graduate Center, New York, NY, and a contributing editor of Cineaste.

Alber Auster is associate professor in the Department of Communication and Media Studies at Fordham University Lincoln Center, New York, NY.

Editorial Reviews

"The tone throughout is of a chatty, insightful review. Summing Up: Recommended." - Choice

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