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A Certain Tendency Of The Hollywood Cinema, 19301980
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Robert B. Ray Examines The Ideology Of The Most Enduringly Popular Cinema In The Worldthe Hollywood Movie. Aided By 364 Frame Enlargements, He Describes The Development Of That Historically Overdetermined Form, Giving Close Readings Of Five Typical Instances: Casablanca, It'S A Wonderful Life, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, The Godfather, And Taxi Driver. Like The Heroes Of These Movies, American Filmmaking Has Avoided Commitment, In Both Plot And Technique. Instead Of Choosing Left Or Right, Avantgarde Or Tradition, American Cinema Tries To Have It Both Ways.Although Hollywood'S Commercial Success Has Led The World Audience To Equate The American Cinema With Film Itself, Hollywood Filmmaking Is A Particular Strategy Designed To Respond To Specific Historical Situations. As An Art Restricted In Theoretical Scope But Rich In Individual Variations, The American Cinema Poses The Most Interesting Question Of Popular Culture: Do Dissident Forms Have Any Chance Of Remaining Free Of A Mass Medium Seeking To Coopt Them?
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Certain Tendency of the Hollywood Cinema, 1930-1980'? A: The book examines the ideology and development of Hollywood cinema from 1930 to 1980, analyzing its narrative techniques and cultural implications through close readings of notable films.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Certain Tendency of the Hollywood Cinema, 1930-1980' is Robert B. Ray.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 424 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 1, 1985.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: What films are analyzed in the book? A: The book includes close readings of films such as Casablanca, It's a Wonderful Life, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, The Godfather, and Taxi Driver.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it provides in-depth analysis and critical insights into Hollywood cinema and its cultural significance.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Performing Arts.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book include visual materials? A: Yes, the book includes 364 frame enlargements to support the analysis of the films discussed.