Petley, Julian

Shocking Cinema of the 70s

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ISBN 13:: 9781350194489
author:: Petley, Julian
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Academic
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 338
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
Condition:: New
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Shocking Cinema of the 70s explores the decade's most controversial films, from hard-hitting dramas to provocative thrillers. This collection delves into the historical and social forces that shaped these movies, examining their production values, narrative features, and critical receptions. The book assesses how these films were linked to the dominant forces of the 1970s, including social and cultural shifts. By examining these films in the context of their time, the book sheds new light on their enduring impact and relevance today. This collection offers a nuanced understanding of the decade's most shocking and thought-provoking films, revealing their significance and continued resonance in our own historical moment.

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