Fifty Hollywood Directors introduces the most important, iconic and influential filmmakers who worked in Hollywood between the end of the silent period and the birth of the blockbuster. By exploring the historical, cultural and technological contexts in which each director was working, this book traces the formative period in commercial cinema when directors went from pioneers to industry heavyweights.
Each entry discusses a director s practices and body of work and features a brief biography and suggestions for further reading. Entries include:
This is an indispensible guide for anyone interested in film history, Hollywood and the development of the role of the director."
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Fifty Hollywood Directors introduces the most important, iconic and influential filmmakers who worked in Hollywood between the end of the silent period and the birth of the blockbuster. By exploring the historical, cultural and technological contexts in which each director was working, this book traces the formative period in commercial cinema when directors went from pioneers to industry heavyweights.
Each entry discusses a director s practices and body of work and features a brief biography and suggestions for further reading. Entries include:
This is an indispensible guide for anyone interested in film history, Hollywood and the development of the role of the director."
Imprint | Routledge |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Routledge Key Guides |
Release date | December 2014 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2013 |
Editors | Suzanne Leonard, Yvonne Tasker |
Dimensions | 216 x 138 x 31mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 406 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-415-50140-8 |
Barcode | 9780415501408 |
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LSN | 0-415-50140-7 |