Cinemas of the world : film and society from 1895 to the present
Chapman, James, 1968-2003
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Examines the relationship between film and society in the modern world - film as entertainment medium, film as a reflection of national cultures and preoccupations, film as an instrument of propaganda. It also explores the economic and cultural hegemony of Hollywood and attempts elsewhere to establish national cinemas.
Main title:
Cinemas of the world : film and society from 1895 to the present / James Chapman.
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Imprint:
London : Reaktion, 2003.
Collation:
480 p. : ill., facsim. ; 24 cm.
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Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 457-465) and index.
Audience:
Specialized.
ISBN:
9781861891624 (hbk)1861891628 (hbk)
Dewey class:
306.4'85
Language:
English
BRN:
368521