French, Warren
The South and Film
- ISBN 13:
- 9781604731897
- author:
- French, Warren
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Press of Mississippi
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1981
- Pages:
- 268
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The South and Film by Warren G. French explores the complex relationship between the American South and cinema. This collection of essays examines the evolution of Southern film genres, from the pioneering works of John Ford to the more recent "gasoline operas" that have capitalized on the region's stereotypes. French considers how films like "Gone With the Wind" and "The Birth of a Nation" continue to fascinate audiences, while also probing the limitations of these cinematic representations. Other essays delve into the work of Robert Altman, Martin Ritt, and William Faulkner, shedding light on the enduring power of Southern storytelling. Through its diverse range of perspectives, The South and Film offers a nuanced understanding of the South's place in American culture and cinema.
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