American Film Musical Themes and Forms |
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| Author:
| Dunne, Michael |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7864-1877-0 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2004 |
| Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $43.00 |
Book Description:
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The musical has been called ""the most popular form of entertainment in the world"". This work examines the subjects, themes, and contemporary relevance of Hollywood musicals through their long popularity, placing each show in historical and political context and analysing it in detail. The work also explores dance as a signifier of character.
The musical has been called ""the most popular form of entertainment in the world"". This work examines the subjects, themes, and contemporary relevance of Hollywood musicals through their long popularity, placing each show in historical and political context and analysing it in detail. The work also explores dance as a signifier of character.