Kornhaber, Donna

Silent Film: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:
9780190852528
author:
Kornhaber, Donna
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Oxford University Press Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
17.4 x 11.1 x 1 centimeters (0.1
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£12.58

Description

The silent film era was a pivotal moment in cinematic history, spanning thirty-five years from the mid-1890s to the late 1920s. This period is often misunderstood, but a brief and readable account can bring its significance to life. The book covers the full scope of the silent era, from the invention of motion pictures to the rise of Hollywood studios, touching on films and filmmakers from around the globe. The story of silent film reveals not only the origins of a new culture industry but also a legacy of imagination and innovation that continues to influence cinema today. From groundbreaking early shorts to masterpieces of the classical era, the silent era's artistic abundance and global variety are showcased in this book.

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