Format:
126 S.
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Ill.
ISBN:
1906660158
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9781906660154
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9780231502603
Series Statement:
Short cuts
Content:
"While we have become familiar with the idea of 'Bollywood' here in the West, we know little about the industry's films beyond a certain celebration of kitsch. This volume surveys this style of filmmaking from its origins in colonial times to the present, tracing its impact on both the Indian and global imagination. It explores the history and workings of the industry, the narratives and aesthetics of its films, varieties within the genre, the cultural connotations of specific characters, its larger-than-life stars, and its hybrid and surprising fan cultures. Readings of popular and widely available films illustrate the importance of the cinema's conventions, which range from romantic clichés to a constant negotiation between tradition and modernity."--P. [4] of cover
Note:
Literaturverz. S. 117 - 121
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Introduction : Bollywood--what's all the song and dance about?History and industry -- Narrative and genres -- Characters and morality -- Settings and style -- Stars and audiences -- Conclusion : bye-bye Bollywood?
Additional Edition:
9780231502603
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Online-Ausgabe Varia, Kush Bollywood London : Wallflower, 2012 9781906660154
Language:
English
Subjects:
General works
Keywords:
Bollywood
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