by Deborah Shaw (Author)
This book focuses on a selection of internationally known Latin American films. The chapters are organized around national categories, grounding the readings not only in the context of social and political conditions, but also in those of each national film industry. It is a very useful text for students of the region's cultural output, as well as for students of film studies who wish to learn more about the innovative and often controversial films discussed.
Author Biography
Deborah Shaw is Senior Lecturer in Latin American Studies in the School of Languages and Area Studies at the University of Portsmouth.
Number of Pages: 216
Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.9 x 6 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: March 15, 2003