Examines George A. Romero's regional production company Laurel
Entertainment and its contribution to American cinema Reframes key
academic analysis on auteur filmmaking, cult horror and independent
cinema from an industrial perspective Integrates business and
economic theory to provide a new paradigm for understanding
American film production practices Offers a unique close study of a
regional American production company specialising in horror content
Presents the first academic analysis of Laurel Entertainment and
independent film producer Richard Rubinstein Draws upon original
interviews with George A. Romero and his collaborators George A.
Romero is recognised as one of the most culturally significant
horror auteurs in American cinema. From his debut Night of the
Living Dead onwards, he demonstrated a commitment to politically
challenging low-budget genre cinema, gaining fan adoration and
critical esteem. Romero's cult status may be assured, but the
activities of the Pittsburgh-based production company that
facilitated a substantial part of his output have largely been
untold. George A. Romero's Independent Cinema is the first in-depth
analysis of Romero's Laurel Entertainment, revealing the
decision-making and business planning that takes place away from
Hollywood, while offering an industry-determined analysis of such
films as his zombie masterpiece Dawn of the Dead and the
seldom-discussed Martin and Knightriders. Tracking Laurel
Entertainment across four decades, this book draws upon business
and economic studies to critically recast historical developments
in the American independent film sector, providing a forensic-level
insight into a media production company whose output redefined
horror cinema.
General
Imprint: |
Edinburgh University Press
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
November 2023 |
Authors: |
Tom Fallows
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Dimensions: |
234 x 156mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
216 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4744-7996-7 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-4744-7996-0 |
Barcode: |
9781474479967 |
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