Wars have played a momentous role in shaping the course of human
history. The ever-present specter of conflict has made it an
enduring topic of interest in popular culture, and many movies,
from Hollywood blockbusters to independent films, have sought to
show the complexities and horrors of war on-screen.
In The Philosophy of War Films, David LaRocca compiles a series
of essays by prominent scholars that examine the impact of
representing war in film and the influence that cinematic images of
battle have on human consciousness, belief, and action. The
contributors explore a variety of topics, including the aesthetics
of war as portrayed on-screen, the effect war has on personal
identity, and the ethical problems presented by war.
Drawing upon analyses of iconic and critically acclaimed war
films such as Saving Private Ryan (1998), The Thin Red Line (1998),
Rescue Dawn (2006), Restrepo (2010), and Zero Dark Thirty (2012),
this volume's examination of the genre creates new ways of thinking
about the philosophy of war. A fascinating look at the manner in
which combat and its aftermath are depicted cinematically, The
Philosophy of War Films is a timely and engaging read for any
philosopher, filmmaker, reader, or viewer who desires a deeper
understanding of war and its representation in popular culture.
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