Contemporary American Cinema

by Linda Ruth Williams, Michael Hammond

The first complete study of mainstream and nontraditional film since 1960 Indispensable to film students and general readers interested in this art form, Contemporary American Cinema culls together the writings of the world's leading film scholars to provide the first comprehensive introduction to postclassical American film. Heavily illustrated with more than 50 color and black-and-white stills, it takes a close look at all aspects of the genre, including influential movies, directors, producers, and actors. This unique and accessible resource includes two Tables of Contents, allowing readers to research chronologically or thematically. In addition, it includes a glossary of important terms, suggestions for further reading, sample essay questions, and a filmography. Subjects

Genres: Film, Nonfiction

584 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 1998

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

A series of essays on various sectors of Hollywood (independent, documentary, studio production) since the industrial changes of the 1960s. Also interspersed are shorter essays on individual films, directors or studios. Useful and interesting if industrial history is your thing.