Brooklyn Film : Essays in the History of Filmmaking

Manbeck, John B. (EDT); Singer, Robert (EDT); Hamill, Pete (FRW)

ISBN 10: 0786414057 / ISBN 13: 9780786414055

Edité par McFarland, 2003

N° de réf. du vendeur 941354-n

Synopsis :

Brooklyn, New York, a borough of New York City, is known for its distinctive vernacular, its communal feel on the fringes of a booming city, and its famous bridge, a gateway to the unlimited opportunities in Manhattan. Of course, Coney Island deserves a mention as it garners its own fame independent of Brooklyn, its parent locale. New York City moviemaking got its start in Brooklyn when Charles E. Chinnock shot his silent film in 1894. Since then, many films have been made, studios opened and stars born in Brooklyn, contributing to its undeniable influence in the film industry.

This work is a collection of essays on the topic of Brooklyn as portrayed in film. It includes a discussion of race relations in films dealing with Brooklyn, the story of Jackie Robinson as shown on film, the changing face of cinematic Brooklyn and some thoughts on a Brooklyn filmgoer's experience. The combination of Brooklyn and baseball in the films of Paul Auster is examined, as well as the typical portrayal of a Brooklyn native in film.

À propos des auteurs: John B. Manbeck, an urban historian, was the official Brooklyn Borough Historian (1993-2001) and writes a weekly newspaper column, "Historically Speaking." He lives in Brooklyn.

Robert Singer is a professor of English and Film studies at Kingsborough Community College, CUNY; he lives in Brooklyn.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Brooklyn Film : Essays in the History of ...
Éditeur : McFarland
Date d'édition : 2003
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : New