German Cinema
Author | : Marc Silberman |
Publisher | : Wayne State University Press |
Total Pages | : 348 |
Release | : 1995 |
ISBN-10 | : 0814325602 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780814325605 |
Rating | : 4/5 (605 Downloads) |
Download or read book German Cinema written by Marc Silberman and published by Wayne State University Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historical overview of German film from the silent era to the present, presenting close readings of 14 films from five major historical periods of German cinema. Each chapter analyzes a single film, discussing filmmakers' personal styles, genre, and modes of narration, and looks at the wider contexts of film production and reception including political issues and social change. Films include a Nazi propaganda musical, Ernst Lubitsch's Passion, and Wim Wenders' Paris, Texas. Includes film credits for each film, bandw photos, and extensive notes. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR