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An authoritative guide to the actionpacked film genreWith 24 incisive, cuttingedge contributions from esteemed scholars and critics, A Companion to the Action Filmprovides an authoritative and indepth guide to this internationally popular and wideranging genre. As the first major anthology on the action film in more than a decade, the volume offers insights into the genres historical development, explores its production techniques and visual poetics, and provides reflections on the numerous social, cultural, and political issues it has and continues to embody.A Companion to the Action Film offers original research and critical analysis that examines the iconic characteristics of the genre, its visual aesthetics, and its narrative traits; considers the impact of major directors and stars on the genres evolution; puts the action film in dialogue with various technologies and other forms of media such as graphic novels and television; and maps out new avenues of critical study for the future. This important resource: Offers a definitive guide to the action film Contains insightful contributions from a wide range of international film experts and scholars Reviews the evolution of the genre from the silent era to todays age of digital blockbusters Offers nuanced commentary and analysis of sociocultural issues such as race, nationality, and gender in action filmsWritten for scholars, teachers and students in film studies, film theory, film history, genre studies, and popular culture, A Companion to the Action Film is an essential guide to one of international cinemas most important, popular, and influential genres.
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