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Focusing on Hollywood's intricate relationship between business and artistry, this account dismantles the myth that producers hinder creative talent. Drawing from industry documents, it explores the evolution of filmmaking styles and the dynamics behind notable films like Frankenstein and Spellbound. With a blend of rich illustrations and engaging prose, it offers a comprehensive understanding of Old Hollywood's mechanisms and their influence on contemporary cinema, highlighting the collaborative nature of the film industry.
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The Genius of the System, Thomas Schatz
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- Released
- 1996
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- Title
- The Genius of the System
- Subtitle
- Hollywood Filmmaking in the Studio Era
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Schatz
- Publisher
- St. Martins Press-3PL
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 532
- ISBN13
- 9780805046663
- Category
- Film
- Description
- Focusing on Hollywood's intricate relationship between business and artistry, this account dismantles the myth that producers hinder creative talent. Drawing from industry documents, it explores the evolution of filmmaking styles and the dynamics behind notable films like Frankenstein and Spellbound. With a blend of rich illustrations and engaging prose, it offers a comprehensive understanding of Old Hollywood's mechanisms and their influence on contemporary cinema, highlighting the collaborative nature of the film industry.