Lim, Song Hwee
The Chinese Cinema Book
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911239536
- author:
- Lim, Song Hwee
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- BFI Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 18.9 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography,Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Chinese Cinema Book provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of cinema in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as to disaporic and transnational Chinese film-making. From its beginnings to the present day, this revised and updated edition explores key historical periods, film movements, genres, stars and auteurs, and the industrial and technological contexts of cinema in Greater China.
Leading international scholars contribute to thematic sections addressing these topics, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex and diverse world of Chinese cinema. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in film studies, Asian culture, or the history of cinema.