Popular Cinema as Political Theory: Idealism and Realism in Epics, Noirs, and Satires

Nelson, J.

The book presents cinematic case studies in political realism versus political idealism, demonstrating methods of viewing popular cinema as political theory. The book appreciates political myth-making in popular genres as especially practical and accessible theorizing about politics.

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2013-12-05

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137374707

DOI: 10.1057/9781137373861

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 249