Synopses & Reviews
The American Left has produced a rich and varied cultural tradition that was largely suppressed during the Cold War but whose influence on the larger society has always been significant. Much of this tradition found its expression in film and, despite the suppression of overtly leftist content in most Hollywood films, there is still a substantial amount of leftist material in American movies. Booker's study gives the attention to the films of the American Left that they have long deserved. His book provides extensive entries for more than 260 films that are connected with the culture of the American Left, ranging from Citizen Kane to Apocalypse Now. The chronological arrangement of the entries allows the reader to trace the cinematic representation of the American Left across time, while an appendix and index provide alphabetical and thematic access to the material.
Review
This volume is recommended for performing arts, popular culture, and U.S. history collections.American Reference Books Annual
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This volume delivers on its promise to serve as a "useful starting point for students and scholars interested in the cultural production of the American Left."Science &Society
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Thoroughly examines leftist elements in 260 American Films.C&RL News
Synopsis
Features extensive discussions of more than 260 films that are connected with the culture of the American Left, ranging from Citizen Kane to Apocalypse Now.
Table of Contents
Preface
Summaries of Selected Films
Appendix 1: Films Listed Alphabetically by Title
Appendix 2: Films Listed Alphabetically by Director
Works Cited
Index