Hollywood and the American historical film / edited by J.E. Smyth.

"This definitive interdisciplinary collection by leading scholars probes the theoretical and historical contexts of films made about the American past from silent film to the present. The book offers a fresh assessment of studio era historical filmmaking and its legacy across a range of genres"--Pro...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Smyth, J. E., 1977-
Language:	English
Published:	Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire ; New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2012.
Subjects:	Historical films > United States > History and criticism. Motion pictures and history. HISTORY / United States / 20th Century. PERFORMING ARTS / Film & Video / History & Criticism. PERFORMING ARTS / Film & Video / General.
Local Note:	MSU: This book was selected in recognition of MSU Libraries Student Employee, Mukonjay Barkons, Class of 2013
Physical Description:	xxv, 244 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Format:	Book

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Summary:	"This definitive interdisciplinary collection by leading scholars probes the theoretical and historical contexts of films made about the American past from silent film to the present. The book offers a fresh assessment of studio era historical filmmaking and its legacy across a range of genres"--Provided by publisher.
Call Number:	PN1995.9.H5 H63 2012
Bibliography Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:	9780230230927 (hardback) 023023092X (hardback) 9780230230934 (pbk.) 0230230938 (pbk.)