O'HARA, HELEN
WOMEN VS HOLLYWOOD
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472144447
- author:
- O'HARA, HELEN
- format:
- Uk-B Format Paperback
- publisher:
- LITTLE BROWN PAPERBACKS (A&C)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.6 x 3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 20th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Women Vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film by Helen O'Hara Since the birth of Hollywood, women have played a crucial role in shaping the film industry, yet their contributions have often been overlooked. This book explores the pioneering women of Hollywood, from the early days of filmmaking to the present day, and examines how their work has been reflected in wider society. Hollywood's early years saw women like Dorothy Arzner, Mabel Normand, Mary Pickford, and Alice Guy-Blaché break new ground, but despite their talent and creativity, they faced a system that undervalued their contributions. It wasn't until recently that a new generation of women began to challenge these sexist standards and shape the industry in their own image. By examining the history of women in film, O'Hara sheds light on the ways in which the industry has evolved - and the stories that have been left untold.
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