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Exploring the impact of European filmmakers on Hollywood from the 1920s to the 1980s, the book delves into the interplay between modernism and mass culture in American cinema. James Morrison analyzes significant films to reveal cultural hierarchies and national identity, while addressing themes of "foreignness." Through detailed examinations, he uncovers the intricate relationships between modernism, postmodernism, and American filmmaking, offering a fresh perspective on the evolution of cinematic art over five decades.
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Passport to Hollywood: Hollywood Films, European Directors, James Morrison
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- Title
- Passport to Hollywood: Hollywood Films, European Directors
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Morrison
- Publisher
- State University of New York Press
- Publisher
- 1998
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 311
- ISBN13
- 9780791439371
- Category
- Film
- Description
- Exploring the impact of European filmmakers on Hollywood from the 1920s to the 1980s, the book delves into the interplay between modernism and mass culture in American cinema. James Morrison analyzes significant films to reveal cultural hierarchies and national identity, while addressing themes of "foreignness." Through detailed examinations, he uncovers the intricate relationships between modernism, postmodernism, and American filmmaking, offering a fresh perspective on the evolution of cinematic art over five decades.