Dabashi, Hamid
Close Up: Iranian Cinema, Past, Present and Future
- ISBN 13:
- 9781859843321
- author:
- Dabashi, Hamid
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Verso
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 191mm X 235mm
- Genre:
- Film theory & criticism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Close Up Iranian Cinema: Past, Present and Future by Hamid Dabashi explores the growing reputation of Iranian cinema from its origins to the present day. This comprehensive guide examines the work of established directors such as Abbas Kiraostami, Beyzai, and Bani-Etemad, alongside emerging film-makers like Samira Makhmalbaf and Bahman Qobadi. Dabashi delves into the cultural context of Iranian cinema, discussing how Western perceptions shape its reputation and how film festivals and distribution in the West have influenced domestic output. He also examines the challenges faced by women filmmakers in a country with Islamic orthodoxy, and the obstacles to introducing dissident politics in their work. With exclusive interviews, detailed commentary, critical analysis, and an extensive filmography, this book provides a valuable insight into Iranian cinema. Generous illustration adds to its richness, making it an indispensable guide for anyone interested in this globally celebrated but little-studied cinematic genre.
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