Description: Contemporary World Cinema by Shohini Chaudhuri This book provides an overview of the cinemas of Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia, interpreting some of the recent developments as strategic responses to globalisation. Highlighting transnational and cross-cultural structures, influences and themes. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Since the start of the 1990s, despite tougher competition than ever before from Hollywood, a rebirth and flourishing of cinema has been taking place in parts of Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia. This book provides an overview of the cinemas of these regions, interpreting some of the recent developments as strategic responses to globalisation. Highlighting transnational and cross-cultural structures, influences and themes, it offers:* A broad critical context for the study of contemporary world cinema, introducing key concepts and issues including modes of production and distribution.* Cultural and historical background for the cinemas of each region, with analyses of regional aesthetic styles and comparisons with Hollywood models.* Case studies of Scandinavian, Iranian, Hong Kong and Indian cinema.* Close analysis of twelve landmark films, including Thomas Vinterbergs Festen, Samira Makhmalbafs The Apple, Wong Kar-Wais In the Mood For Love, and Ashutosh Gowarikers Lagaan.Contemporary World Cinema is vital for students and teachers of film, media, cultural studies and modern languages, as well as general world cinema enthusiasts. Author Biography Shohini Chaudhuri is Lecturer in Contemporary Writing and Film at the University of Essex. Table of Contents Introduction; PART ONE: EUROPE; 1. Overview of European Cinema; 2. Case Study: Scandinavian Cinema; PART TWO: THE MIDDLE EAST; 3. Overview of Middle Eastern Cinema; 4. Case Study: New Iranian Cinema; PART THREE: EAST ASIA; 5. Overview of East-Asian Cinema; 6. Case Study: Hong Kong Cinema; PART FOUR: THE INDIAN SUB-CONTINENT; 7. Overview of Cinema of the Indian Sub-continent; 8. Case Study: Indian Cinema; Conclusion; Glossary; Further Reading (including Filmography). Review Chaudhuris thinking is clean, complex, important, scholarly, and informed ! A blurb on the back says the book is "vital" for students and teachers of film. And it really is. Her book is fluent and readable, and should encourage film students to explore further. This book is an indispensable introductory tool that grants readers insights into some of the most exciting and diverse global cinematic movements and styles on screens today. Forum for Modern Language Studies Chaudhuris thinking is clean, complex, important, scholarly, and informed ! A blurb on the back says the book is "vital" for students and teachers of film. And it really is. Her book is fluent and readable, and should encourage film students to explore further. This book is an indispensable introductory tool that grants readers insights into some of the most exciting and diverse global cinematic movements and styles on screens today. Long Description Since the start of the 1990s, despite tougher competition than ever before from Hollywood, a rebirth and flourishing of cinema has been taking place in parts of Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia. This book provides an overview of the cinemas of these regions, interpreting some of the recent developments as strategic responses to globalization. Highlighting transnational and cross-cultural structures, influences and themes, it offers: * A broad critical context for the study of contemporary world cinema, introducing key concepts and issues including modes of production and distribution.* Cultural and historical background for the cinemas of each region, with analyses of regional aesthetic styles and comparisons with Hollywood models.* Case studies of Scandinavian, Iranian, Hong Kong and Indian cinema.* Close analysis of twelve landmark films, including Thomas Vinterbergs "Festen," Samira Makhmalbafs "The Apple," Wong Kar-Wais "In the Mood For Love," and Ashutosh Gowarikers "Lagaan," "Contemporary World Cinema" is vital for students and teachers of film, media, cultural studies and modern languages, as well as general world cinema enthusiasts. Review Quote This book is an indispensable introductory tool that grants readers insights into some of the most exciting and diverse global cinematic movementsand styles on screens today. Description for Reader Since the start of the 1990s, despite tougher competition than ever before from Hollywood, a rebirth and flourishing of cinema has been taking place in parts of Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia. This book provides an overview of the cinemas of these regions, interpreting some of the recent developments as strategic responses to globalisation. Highlighting transnational and cross-cultural structures, influences and themes, it offers: A broad critical context for the study of contemporary world cinema, introducing key concepts and issues including modes of production and distribution. Cultural and historical background for the cinemas of each region, with analyses of regional aesthetic styles and comparisons with Hollywood models. Case studies of Scandinavian, Iranian, Hong Kong and Indian cinema. Close analysis of twelve landmark films, including Thomas Vinterbergs Festen , Samira Makhmalbafs The Apple , Wong Kar-Wais In the Mood For Love , and Ashutosh Gowarikers Lagaan . Contemporary World Cinema is vital for students and teachers of film, media, cultural studies and modern languages, as well as general world cinema enthusiasts. Details ISBN074861799X Author Shohini Chaudhuri Short Title CONTEMP WORLD CINEMA Publisher Edinburgh University Press Language English ISBN-10 074861799X ISBN-13 9780748617999 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Edinburgh University Press Subtitle Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and South Asia Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom DOI 10.1604/9780748617999 UK Release Date 2005-05-04 NZ Release Date 2005-05-04 Edited by Johanna Spanke Birth 1962 Death 2013 Affiliation Winchester College, UK Position Classics Teacher Qualifications M.N., R.N., Aocn Pages 200 Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-05-04 DEWEY 791.4309 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2005-08-10 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133482436;
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