The American Civil War and the Hollywood War Film

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• John Trafton

Parameter

• 208 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Historisches Thema
• Kunst & Kultur
• Lehrbücher
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Weltgeschichte

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Focusing on the evolution of war films, this book examines how historical representations, such as panorama paintings and soldier testimonials from the American Civil War, have influenced the genre's emotional storytelling. It highlights the interplay between past depictions and modern debates, showcasing how filmmakers draw from these historical resources to create new narratives about war. By analyzing various representational modes, the book reveals the formulas that shape the emotional depth of war stories across cinematic history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Paperback