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The Columbia Companion to American History on Film: How the Movies Have Portrayed the American Past

The Columbia Companion to American History on Film: How the Movies Have Portrayed the American Past

Review

“This handy collection of 79 essays… should be most helpful as a reference guide for newcomers to film studies, but advanced scholars will also benefit from the historical analyses and interpretations of film texts. Highly recommended.” — Choice”Rollins’s reference allows readers to appreciate films in context, enhancing the experience. Film buffs will find the mix of history and cinematic analysis captivating, while historians will be intrigued by the book’s analysis
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American Film: A History

American Film: A History

Written by a top scholar in the field, American Film: A History gives students a thorough understanding of the fascinating intersection of artistry and economics in Hollywood cinema from the beginning of film history to the present. A beautiful book and a brisk read, American Film is the most enjoyable and interesting overview of the history of American filmmaking available. Focused on aspects of the film business that are of perennial interest to undergraduates, this
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