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This book explores horror film franchising from a broad range of
interdisciplinary perspectives and considers the horror film's role
in the history of franchising and serial fiction Argues against
existing scholarship which prioritises the figure of the 'cult'
auteur or targets individual films as 'reflections' of
socio-political forces and factors Redresses critical neglect
towards horror film franchising by discussing the forces and
factors governing its development across historical and
contemporary terrain while also examining text and reception
practices Offers an introduction to the history of horror
franchising, the chapters also examine key texts including
Universal Studio monster films, Blumhouse production films, The
Texas Chainsaw Massacre, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Alien, I Spit
on Your Grave, Let the Right One In, Italian zombie films,
anthology films, and virtual reality A significant contribution to
studies of horror cinema and film/media franchising from the 1930s
to present day It will be of interest to students and scholars of
film studies, media and cultural studies, franchise studies,
political economy, audience/reception studies, horror studies, fan
studies, genre studies, production cultures, and film histories
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Snuff (Paperback)
Mark McKenna
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R674
Discovery Miles 6 740
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Snuff (1976) occupies a unique place in cinematic history, as the
first commercially successful film to capitalise upon the myth of
the 'snuff' movie. By blending cinema verite styling with a media
moral panic, savvy producer Allan Shackleton's blending of a
long-forgotten exploitation film with a newly filmed bloody, if
unconvincing conclusion, only served to consolidate the belief that
somewhere, at some time, someone was killed on camera in an attack
that was as much about the sexual gratification of the film's
intended audience, as it was about the commercial rewards for those
producing the film. In the years since its release, the film has
been routinely cited as 'evidence' of the snuff movie's existence,
contributing to a cultural history that exists outside of the film.
This book explores the production, distribution and exhibition of
the film Snuff, alongside that cultural history, considering how a
scarcely seen exploitation film contributed to a popular
understanding of the snuff movie. It assesses the cultural,
cinematic and political legacy of the film and asks whether the
established definition of what might constitute a snuff movie, that
was defined 45 years ago, is sufficient in an attention economy
that is based upon participatory culture.
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Snuff (Hardcover)
Mark McKenna
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R2,640
Discovery Miles 26 400
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Snuff (1976) occupies a unique place in cinematic history, as the
first commercially successful film to capitalise upon the myth of
the 'snuff' movie. By blending cinema verite styling with a media
moral panic, savvy producer Allan Shackleton's blending of a
long-forgotten exploitation film with a newly filmed bloody, if
unconvincing conclusion, only served to consolidate the belief that
somewhere, at some time, someone was killed on camera in an attack
that was as much about the sexual gratification of the film's
intended audience, as it was about the commercial rewards for those
producing the film. In the years since its release, the film has
been routinely cited as 'evidence' of the snuff movie's existence,
contributing to a cultural history that exists outside of the film.
This book explores the production, distribution and exhibition of
the film Snuff, alongside that cultural history, considering how a
scarcely seen exploitation film contributed to a popular
understanding of the snuff movie. It assesses the cultural,
cinematic and political legacy of the film and asks whether the
established definition of what might constitute a snuff movie, that
was defined 45 years ago, is sufficient in an attention economy
that is based upon participatory culture.
The idea of an Australian republic has existed from the moment the
First Fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour. This book is a
comprehensive history of republican thought and activity in
Australia and traces republican debate in Australia from 1788. It
explains the pivotal role played by republican philosophies in the
decades before responsible government was granted to the Australian
colonies in 1856 and prior to federation in 1901. Mark McKenna also
describes the often erratic appearance of republicanism during the
twentieth century, focusing in particular on the period after 1975,
when the issue of a republic became a prominent and increasingly
fixed term on the political agenda. This book will be essential
reading for all those with an interest in political and
intellectual history. It calls for a higher level of public debate
about the republic and makes an outstanding contribution to this
debate itself.
The history of the 'video nasties' has been recounted many times
and the films that caused so much offence have themselves been
endlessly examined. However, the industry that gave rise to the
category has received scant little attention. Earlier histories
have tended to foreground issues of censorship, and as such, offer
only glimpses of an under explored industrial history of British
video. This book focuses explicitly on an industry that is still
portrayed in heavily caricatured terms, that is frequently
presented as immoral or corrupt, and that continues to be
understood through the rhetoric of the tabloid press, as 'merchants
of menace'.
In this inspiring essay, Mark McKenna considers the role of history
in making and unmaking the nation. From Captain Cook to the
frontier wars, from Australia Day to the Uluru Statement, we are
seeing passionate debates and fresh recognitions. McKenna argues
that it is time to move beyond the history wars, and that
truth-telling about the past will be liberating and healing. This
is a superb account of a nation's moment of truth. "The time for
pitting white against black, shame against pride, and one people's
history against another's, has had its day. After nearly fifty
years of deeply divisive debates over the country's foundation and
its legacy for Indigenous Australians, Australia stands at a
crossroads - we either make the commonwealth stronger and more
complete through an honest reckoning with the past, or we unmake
the nation by clinging to triumphant narratives in which the
violence inherent in the nation's foundation is trivialised." Mark
McKenna, Moment of Truth
For over twelve years, Ancient Paths has sought to publish quality
literature on subtle Christian themes. This installment features
the work of three promising poets (Nicholas Samaras, Paul David
Adkins, and Carol A. Oberg) and two arresting authors (Mark McKenna
and Edoardo Albert). Join in this sometimes sweet, sometimes sad,
but always surprising journey of faith.
The history of the 'video nasties' has been recounted many times
and the films that caused so much offence have themselves been
endlessly examined. However, the industry that gave rise to the
category has received scant little attention. Earlier histories
have tended to foreground issues of censorship, and as such, offer
only glimpses of an under explored industrial history of British
video. This book focuses explicitly on an industry that is still
portrayed in heavily caricatured terms, that is frequently
presented as immoral or corrupt, and that continues to be
understood through the rhetoric of the tabloid press, as 'merchants
of menace'.
This collection of readings is designed to transform the way
Australians understand republicanism. This collection of readings
is designed to transform the way Australians understand
republicanism. The editors, Mark McKenna and Wayne Hudson, have
harvested a wealth of previously neglected historical sources to
produce a fascinating collection of original documents that grapple
with the issue of Australian republicanism. In the vein of Manning
Clark's Select Documents in Australian History, this collection
offers an inspiring and salient sample of Australian viewpoints,
from the famous to the obscure, the official to the flagrantly
informal, the rhetorical to the ridiculous. McKenna and Hudson
argue with wit and conviction that the republic has a place in
Australia's future, but only if it is a republic founded on a
vision of inclusion. 'This is the first principle of creating a
sense of ownership and belonging--a republic about which people
might begin to care.'
Manning Clark was a complex, demanding and brilliant man. Mark
McKenna's compelling biography of this giant of Australia's
cultural landscape is informed by his reading of Clark's extensive
private letters, journals and diaries - many that have never been
read before. An Eye for Eternity paints a sweeping portrait of the
man who gave Australians the signature account of their own
history. It tells of his friendships with Patrick White and Sidney
Nolan. It details an urgent and dynamic marriage, ripped apart at
times by Clark's constant need for extramarital romantic love. A
son who wrote letters to his dead parents. A historian who placed
narrative ahead of facts. A doubter who flirted with Catholicism. A
controversial public figure who marked slights and criticisms with
deeply held grudges. To understand Clark's life is to understand
twentieth century Australia. And it raises fundamental questions
about the craft of biography. When are letters too personal,
comments too hurtful and insights too private to publish? Clark
incessantly documented his life - leaving notes to the biographers
he knew would pursue his story. He had a deep need to be remembered
and this book means he will now be understood in an unforgettable
way.
Brave and controversial, this account argues that Australians'
collective obsession with the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps
(ANZAC) has distorted their perception of national history. Delving
into the history of ANZAC and the mythologies surrounding it, this
detailed record explores topics such as the formation of
Australia's national holiday--ANZAC Day--and the way in which the
spirit of ANZAC is taught in the nation's classrooms. Ultimately,
this informative narrative claims that ANZAC has become a
conservative political force in Australia and questions whether
ANZAC'S renowned foreign battles were worth all of the bloodshed.
Daring, intelligent, and thought-provoking, this is a must-read for
those interested in Australian or military history.
The idea of an Australian republic has existed from the moment the
First Fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour. This book is a
comprehensive history of republican thought and activity in
Australia and traces republican debate in Australia from 1788. It
explains the pivotal role played by republican philosophies in the
decades before responsible government was granted to the Australian
colonies in 1856 and prior to federation in 1901. Mark McKenna also
describes the often erratic appearance of republicanism during the
twentieth century, focusing in particular on the period after 1975,
when the issue of a republic became a prominent and increasingly
fixed term on the political agenda. This book will be essential
reading for all those with an interest in political and
intellectual history. It calls for a higher level of public debate
about the republic and makes an outstanding contribution to this
debate itself.
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