Dwyer, Rachel

100 Bollywood Films (BFI Screen Guides) (BFI Screen Guides)

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ISBN 13:
9781844570997
author:
Dwyer, Rachel
format:
Paperback
publisher:
BFI Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
268
Dimensions:
155mm X 235mm
Genre:
Films, cinema
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£28.98

Description

100 Bollywood Films: A Guide to the Best of Indian Cinema This comprehensive guide to Bollywood provides an in-depth look at the key directors, major stars, music directors, and screenplay writers who have shaped the genre. From historically important films to cult classics and box office successes, 100 Bollywood Films explores the most iconic and influential films in Indian cinema. The book covers a range of films, including Mother India, a powerful epic about a peasant woman's struggle against nature and society, and Sholay, a "curry western" that showcases the genre's unique blend of music, dance, and drama. Other films featured in the book include Dilwale Dulhaniya le jayenge, Junglee, and Pyaasa, each of which offers a unique insight into the diversity and richness of Indian cinema. With its detailed analysis and engaging descriptions, 100 Bollywood Films is an essential resource for anyone interested in Indian film and culture.

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