Synopses & Reviews
In this groundbreaking exploration of in-flight cinema, Stephen Groening traces the history of this transnational cinematic practice. At once a history of exhibition and an inquiry into changing forms of media and spectatorship, this interdisciplinary book opens up new directions in the history of cinema, visuality, travel and cultural geography.
Synopsis
In this innovative study, Stephen Groening explores in-flight cinema as the convergence of two essentially modern, globalising technologies - aviation and entertainment. Identifying parallels in their social functions and surrounding discourses, this book opens up new directions in the history of cinema, travel and cultural geography.
About the Author
Stephen Groening is Assistant Professor of Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Washington, USA. He has published a number of articles in academic journals and edited anthologies.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
Introduction
GEOGRAPHIES
1. Global Airspace, Global Cinemaspace
2. Aerial Perceptions: The Visuality of the Airplane
TECHNOLOGIES
3. Airborne Cinema: The Emergence of Inflight Entertainment
4. Executive Flight: Attention, Gender, and the Seatback Screen
5. Networked Transport: Neoliberalism and Digital Entertainments
6. Disastrous Speed: Thrill Rides, Screens and Fear of Flying
7. Live in Air: Aerial Circuits of Television
Conclusion: Cinema as Infrastructure
Notes
Bibliography
Index