Thomas C. Renzi
Screwball Comedy and Film Noir
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786466726
- author:
- Thomas C. Renzi
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 231
- Genre:
- Performing Arts
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
This comparative analysis explores the screwball comedy and film noir genres, two Hollywood staples that emerged around the same time. Despite their contrasting tones and themes, these genres share common narrative elements.
The author examines the historical development of both genres, discussing their conventions and offering in-depth comparisons of films such as The Lady Eve and His Girl Friday, alongside Gilda and Sunset Blvd.