Bigger Than Blockbusters - Movies That Defined America (Hardcover)

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. 100 Films That Changed the Twentieth Century 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. Among the featured: All About Eve, The Apartment, Apocalypse Now, Birth of a Nation, Bonnie and Clyde, Citizen Kane, A Clockwork Orange, The Godfather, Gone With the Wind, It's a Wonderful Life, L.A. Confidential, The Maltese Falcon, Metropolis, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Piano, Psycho, Pulp Fiction, Raging Bull, Silence of the Lambs, Star Wars, Schindler's List, and Taxi Driver .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 includedare 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.

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	February 2009
First published:	February 2009
Authors:	James Roman
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	425
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-33995-0
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > General Promotions
LSN:	0-313-33995-3
Barcode:	9780313339950

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