In Reel To Real, bell hooks talks back to films as a way to engage the pedagogy of cinema--the way film teaches its audience.
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Mar 02, 2009
Martin
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I haven't read this book in 10 years. I've been reading a lot lately about the independent film scene of the 80s and 90s. As I get older I tend to agree more with her criticism of Spike Lee, and I have always enjoyed her thrashing of John Singleton. I appreciate her conversations with/about Charles Burnett now that I have finally been able to see 'Killer of Sheep'. I've been on a Charles Burnett kick lately, so that was my original reason for retrieving this book off my shelf.
Dec 31, 2008
Film criticism by an esteemed feminist writer - as usual with film criticism its hit or miss with me depending on if I believe their argument and if I liked or dislike the movie. In this book, especially good is the "Waiting to Exhale" feminist mockery piece.
Jan 02, 2011
Ashley Jeanntta
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This is a good book but I have a few issues with her thoughts on some movies. I do think what she talks about concerning "She's Gotta Have It" is very relative and interesting.
Dec 26, 2010
Ariana
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this is an outstanding analysis of how film frames culture and how culture frames film.
Jun 29, 2011
Kiswana
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This anthology of essays of cultural criticism on film encourages readers to re-examine movies they enjoy. It awakens the critical eye to examine beyond the surface when exposed to the media and entertainment.
Nov 10, 2008
Joey
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hooks' writing style is too repetitive for my tastes. she certainly beleagures a point. i did enjoy the insights on drag queens in paris is burning.
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