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Nightmares In Red, White And Blue: The Evolution Of The American Horror Film
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What'S Weighing On Americans? Look To Horror Movies For Your Answerthey'Re One Of The Best Measures Of The American Consciousness. From An Early Fascination With The Gothic, To The Mutant Horrors Of The Atomic Age And Alien Enemies Of The Cold War, To The Inner Demons Of The Psyche And The American Dream Turned Nightmare, The History Of American Horror Films Is A Reflection Of Changing American Cultural Attitudes And Valuesand The Fears That Accompany Them.This Survey Of The Pivotal Horror Films Produced In America Examines The History Of The Genre As A Reflection Of Cultural Changes In The United States. It Begins With An Exploration Of The Origins Of The Genre, And Follows Its Development Until The Present, Using Various Films To Document The Evolution Of Hollywood Horror Flicks And Illustrate Their Cultural Significance. The Second Part Focuses On Eight Pivotal Directors Whose Personal Visions Helped Shape The Genrefrom Early Pioneers Like Tod Browning And Alfred Hitchcock, To Modern Masters Like John Carpenter And Wes Craven.Instructors Considering This Book For Use In A Course May Request An Examination Copy Here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Nightmares in Red, White and Blue'? A: The book explores how horror films reflect American cultural attitudes and values over time, using historical developments in the genre to illustrate societal fears and changes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film' is Joseph Maddrey.
- Q: What types of films does the book cover? A: The book covers pivotal horror films from the origins of the genre through its evolution, focusing on significant films and directors that shaped American horror.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being offered? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Nightmares in Red, White and Blue' have? A: The book contains 207 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic courses? A: Yes, instructors can request an examination copy for use in courses, making it suitable for academic studies on film and cultural analysis.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Nightmares in Red, White and Blue' published? A: The book was published on May 3, 2004.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical context of horror films and how they mirror societal changes, as well as insights into the contributions of key directors in the genre.
- Q: Does the book focus on any specific directors? A: Yes, the book highlights eight pivotal directors, including early pioneers like Tod Browning and modern masters like John Carpenter and Wes Craven.