Matthias Krings

Global Nollywood

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ISBN 13:
9780253009357
author:
Matthias Krings
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Indiana University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
382
Dimensions:
15.24 x 2.03 x 22.86 centimetres
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£21.98

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Global Nollywood: A Transnational Cinema This collection of 15 essays explores the Nigerian video film industry's engagement with Africa and the world. It examines the development of a new film language, the impact of globalization, and the controversies surrounding commodification. The volume sheds light on Nollywood as a uniquely African cultural production, highlighting its broader implications and the ways in which it has transformed beyond Nigeria. By tracing the industry's growth and evolution, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of a rapidly changing film landscape. Through its lively essays, Global Nollywood offers a nuanced understanding of the African video film industry and its place within the global cinematic community.

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