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Lost Illusions: American Cinema in the Shadow of Watergate and Vietnam, 19701979 (History of the American Cinema) (Volume 9),Used
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The American film industry transformed itself during the 1970s: a new order emerged out of the chaos of the former studio system. A new rating system freed directors to explore serious subjects but allowed for the expansion of exploitation films as well. So while unprecedented social and political commentary emanated from the filmschooltrained 'New Hollywood' auteurs, the bigger change was the major studios' embrace of sensationalist content, mass advertising, and saturation booking. The methods of fringe exploitation producers became the norm.Some of the films discussed in this book include: Five Easy Pieces, Chinatown, Carnal Knowledge, Straw Dogs, A Clockwork Orange, Mean Streets, The Conversation, Nashville, Shampoo, Taxi Driver, and Apocalypse Now.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Lost Illusions: American Cinema in the Shadow of Watergate and Vietnam, 1970-1979'? A: The book examines the transformation of the American film industry during the 1970s, highlighting the rise of new filmmakers and the shift towards sensationalist content in major studios.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Lost Illusions' is David A. Cook.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 15, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 718 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Lost Illusions'? A: This edition of 'Lost Illusions' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Lost Illusions'.
- Q: What are some films discussed in this book? A: The book discusses several notable films, including Five Easy Pieces, Chinatown, A Clockwork Orange, and Taxi Driver.
- Q: In which category can I find this book? A: This book is categorized under Performing Arts.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book cover the impact of political events on cinema? A: Yes, it explores how political events, particularly Watergate and Vietnam, influenced American cinema and its content during the 1970s.