Author

Publication

2006 - Routledge, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

68,000 words, Guess

Page Count

272 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2005030194
  • Goodreads4634103
  • LibraryThing242789

Classifications

  • DDC302.23/43
  • LCCPN1995.9.S6 T87 2006

Description

"This new edition of a classic student textbook explores the feature film as entertainment, as narrative and as cultural event. Graeme Turner discusses the major theoretical issues surrounding the history of film production and film studies, using them to examine the cultural function of film and its place in our popular culture rather than its status as the 'seventh art'." "Turner considers issues of film institutions and their place in national political culture and the relevance of cultural theory, from the UK, the US, and Australia, in explaining the social practice of making, watching and talking about feature films. This new edition incorporates analysis of classic and popular contemporary films, now including Batman, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and Home Alone, with a selection of brand new film stills; new theoretical material, with particular discussion of feminist theory and the female spectator; and arguments revised throughout to take into account recent developments in film and cultural theory and changing cinematic trends."--BOOK JACKET.

Description

Aimed at students of film studies, this edition presents an introduction to cinema as an industry and entertainment form. Focusing on popular cinema, it examines the social and cultural aspects of film culture such as audiences, exhibition, and technology.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Studies in culture and communication

Other Editions

  • Film as social practiceRoutledge2006

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