Bigger Than Blockbusters
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Bigger Than Blockbusters

Movies That Defined America

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eBook - PDF

Bigger Than Blockbusters

Movies That Defined America

About this book

Whether it's the hum drum existence of Marion Crane and her illicit love affair, the psychotic antics of Norman Bates, the sudden irrational migration of birds, a crop duster swooping down on Roger Thornhill in the middle of nowhere, or Vincent Vega and Mia Wallace's unforgettable dance at Jack Rabbit Slim's - they are all cinematic moments that forever changed the psyche and viewing experience of American audiences. Bigger Than Blockbusters: Movies That Defined America tells the stories behind the most significant and influential films in American culture, movies that have had a profound influence on the literary, cinematic and popular culture of our time. Arranged chronologically, the volume gives readers an opportunity to place the films within the context of the social and cultural historic dynamic of the time, making this an ideal source for student papers and reports. Each entry includes the filmmaker, actors, release information, a synopsis of the film, critics' reviews, awards, current availability, and then background on the making of the film in an artistic, economic, and technological context. Spanning all genres, including horror and drama, adventure, comedy, musicals, science fiction, and more, this volume is loaded with enough trivia and factoids to satisfy even the most die-hard movie buff. Also included are other Greatest Films compilations from the National Society of Film Critics and noteworthy sources for comparative purposes. Guaranteed to inspire forays into film favorites as well as some very lively debate, this resource is essential reading for film lovers and students alike.

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Information

Publisher
Greenwood
Year
2009
Print ISBN
9780313339950
eBook ISBN
9780313087400
Edition
1
Topic
Media & Performing Arts
Subtopic
Film & Video

Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Preface
  3. Chapter 1 Through a Glass... Darkly, 1915–1938
  4. Chapter 2 A Rumble to War, 1939–1942
  5. Chapter 3 Boom and Bust: The Films of Post-War America, 1946–1947
  6. Chapter 4 The Hop, Bop, and Stroll, 1950–1959
  7. Chapter 5 The Space Race, Civil Rights, and a Nation Torn, 1960–1969
  8. Chapter 6 Platform Shoes, Pet Rocks, Disco, and a Dysfunctional Presidency, 1970–1979
  9. Chapter 7 Bits, Bytes, and Boomers, 1980–1989
  10. Chapter 8 GenX, Reality TV, Terror, Impeachment, Seinfeld, Beavis and Butthead, 1990–1999
  11. Chapter 9 The New Millennium, 2000–2008
  12. Appendix 1: Alphabetical Listing of Films
  13. Appendix 2: Chronological Listing of Films
  14. Bibliography
  15. Index