Film Serials and the American Cinema, 1910-1940

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Exploring the evolution of serialized films, this book delves into the transition from silent screen heroines to the adventurous sound era. Through meticulous archival research, it reveals the aesthetic and marketing strategies that shaped a vibrant film culture, reflecting the influence of crime fiction. Additionally, it examines the connection between film serials and the emerging broadcast models of radio and television, highlighting how these early cinematic narratives set the groundwork for storytelling techniques that persist in popular culture today.