This examniation of the cinematic style of film noir originals
and their neo-noir remakes compares thirty-five films, beginning
with Billy Wilder's classic "Double Indemnity" and concluding with
Jim McBride's "Breathless." In-depth analysis of the films explain
the qualities and characteristics of film noir, while providing
critical readings of both the originals and the remakes. The most
significant films since 1944 are reviewed and reveal the
ever-changing values in American society. As this study reveals,
the noir style significantly impacted American film and neo-noir
remakes attest to its continued popularity in cinematic art.
This work will appeal to film scholars and to fans of film noir.
Filmogrpahies and video information follow each chapter. Appendices
briefly explain the roots of many noir films discussed in the text
along with their subsequent remakes.
General
Imprint: |
Praeger Publishers Inc
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture |
Release date: |
June 2001 |
First published: |
June 2001 |
Authors: |
Ronald Schwartz
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Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Pages: |
232 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-30893-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
General
|
LSN: |
0-313-30893-4 |
Barcode: |
9780313308932 |
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