Generations of Jewish Directors and the Struggle for Americas Soul

Wyler, Lumet, and Spielberg

Autor*innen

• Sam B. Girgus

Parameter

• 288 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Esoterik & Religion
• Film
• Kunst & Kultur
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Theater

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The book explores the contributions of three prominent American Jewish directors—William Wyler, Sidney Lumet, and Steven Spielberg—who embody a tradition of ethical storytelling that seeks to uphold and renew American values. Each director's body of work is examined for its social vision, ethical conscience, and aspirations for American redemption. The narrative emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and modernization in achieving a liberal democratic culture, positioning their films as a call to action for America to live up to its ideals and strengthen its democratic foundations.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Paperback