The History on Film Reader (Routledge Readers in History)

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Title: The History on Film Reader
Author: Marnie Hughes-Warrington
Brand: Routledge
Edition: 1st Edition
Binding: Paperback
Format: Illustrated
Number of Pages: 336
Release Date: April 23, 2009
EAN: 9780415462198
Languages: English
Package Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches

Overview:
The History on Film Reader is an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of history and cinema. Edited by Marnie Hughes-Warrington, this first edition brings together a selection of nearly thirty critical essays on the relationship between film and history. The book covers a variety of films, including Gladiator, Forrest Gump, Pan's Labyrinth, Titanic, and Life is Beautiful, offering a diverse range of scholarly perspectives on their historical significance.

Thematically structured, the Reader explores the role of film in shaping our understanding of history, its connection to written histories, and its use in education, indoctrination, and entertainment. With contributions from influential scholars like Pierre Sorlin, Robert Rosenstone, Hayden White, and Roland Barthes, the book bridges film theory, cultural studies, historiography, and the history of cinema.

Including an introduction to the field of historical film studies, section introductions, and a comprehensive filmography, this volume is a must-have for students, researchers, and anyone interested in how cinema interprets and engages with history.

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