Exploring the cultural significance of a renowned television series, this book delves into themes such as evolving gender roles, family dynamics, and workplace relationships in the context of the American experience. It highlights how audiences connect with quality television to shape their identities and understand their lives, reflecting on the past while navigating contemporary issues.
- Presents the most important 20th-century criticism on major works from "The Odyssey through modern literature- The critical essays reflect a variety of schools of criticism- Contains critical biographies, notes on the contributing critics, a chronology of the author's life, and an index- Introductory essay by Harold Bloom
Fifteen short stories evoke the character, atmosphere, and people of the Irish city of Dublin at the turn of the century
Exploring the evolution of American noir film, this book delves into the genre's classic and neo-noir phases, highlighting its enduring tropes and appeal. It analyzes iconic films like Double Indemnity and Sunset Boulevard, as well as modern entries such as Under the Silver Lake and Promising Young Woman. Through this examination, it reveals how the genre has adapted while retaining its unique characteristics that continue to resonate with audiences.
Featuring over 400 cross-referenced entries, this comprehensive resource delves into key personalities, films, companies, techniques, themes, and subgenres of science fiction cinema. The second edition includes a detailed chronology and an extensive bibliography, making it an essential reference for enthusiasts and scholars alike.
Featuring over 600 cross-referenced entries, this comprehensive resource explores key figures, films, companies, techniques, themes, and subgenres that shape American cinema. It includes a detailed chronology and an extensive bibliography, making it an essential reference for understanding the impact of American film on global culture. The combination of historical context and thematic analysis offers valuable insights for both enthusiasts and scholars of cinema.