Mexican National Cinema

by Andrea Noble

From Amores Perros and Y Tu Mama Tambien , this books delves into the development of Mexican cinema from the intense cultural nationalism of the Mexican Revolution, through the 'Golden Age' of the 1930s and 1940s and the 'nuevo cine' of the 1960s, to the renaissance in Mexican cinema in the 1990s. Individual chapters Examining the portrayal of Mexican nationhood through critical analysis of film genres including revolutionary films, machismo and ‘mexicanidad’, the prostitute, and the work of female authors, Mexican National Cinema is an excellent addition to all media, film, and cultural studies students.

240 pages, Hardcover

First published December 12, 2005

Reviews

[ASC Library]

791.43 Nob

[Seth · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book for getting a running start on Mexican cinema and its relation to Mexican culture. All national cinemas have this relationship, but to pare it down so well is a rare treat. Few books of this type actually compel me to watch more than 25%/40% of the films discussed. I've watched roughly 75% of those discussed in the (long)time it took me to read the book. This will remain on my bookshelf for some time. Mexican cinema will remain on my go-to list as well.