Isbn: 9780243521586 - silver screen, vol. 4: november, 1933 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book scrutinizes the symbiotic relationship between motion picture stars and the movie-going public, specifically how stars have reflected the culture of their time and the culture of their audiences over the decades. From the advent of sound films and the subsequent expansion of the industry in the 1920s to the struggles that emerged with the advent of television, this book examines the metamorphosis of Hollywood while offering insightful analysis of the movie industry's impact on American society. The author provides a survey of the origins and subsequent tribulations of the studio system, the stars it produced, and the evolution of the Hollywood ideal. The author also explores the shifting nature of celebrity and fame within the increasingly complex milieu of the film industry. Ultimately, this book demonstrates the enduring power of cinema, validating its central place in the cultural tapestry of the twentieth century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…