Best of British: Cinema and Society by Anthony Aldgate

Best of British: Cinema and Society by Anthony Aldgate – what a rich masterpiece this is! This preloved newly revised and expanded paperback edition offers insightful exploration of how film intersects with historical and cultural contexts, enhancing understanding of cinema and pivotal events in British history. Featuring three captivating new chapters exploring British cinema evolution, offering exceptional film studies education while supporting sustainable collecting.

Key Features:

Expert Author: Anthony Aldgate brings cinematic scholarship with insightful analysis of British film and society intersections.

Revised Edition: Newly expanded paperback with three captivating new chapters exploring cinema's cultural impact.

The Blue Lamp Analysis: Evolution of police portrayal in cinema from iconic 1949 film to 1960s cultural shifts.

British New Wave Focus: The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner examination highlighting cinematic movement's cultural significance.

Retro Crime Cinema: Starting with Scandal, exploring 1980s films like Let Him Have It and fascination with historical crimes.

Academic Resource: Vital resource for teachers, students, and scholars with accessible format for film history appreciation.

Condition: Some wear on cover but pages and spine intact ensuring essential text ready for exploration. Please see photos. Please note the 1st photo is for illustrative purposes only.

This piece of cinematic scholarship allows you to immerse yourself in the captivating world of British cinema and deepen film history appreciation.

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🐾 Arya's Approval

"Right darlings, this is brilliant! Aldgate's analysis of British cinema's relationship with society is absolutely fascinating - watching how films like The Blue Lamp shaped public perception of police while The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner captured working-class rebellion makes for gripping academic reading. His exploration of retro crime cinema shows how British filmmakers became obsessed with recreating historical scandals, creating this wonderful cycle of films examining the nation's darker moments. It's like having the ultimate guide to understanding British culture through its movies!"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 PAWS OUT OF 5
— Arya, Rescue Staffie & British Cinema Specialist

💙 10% donated to Clymping Dog Sanctuary 💙

📦 Product Information

Insightful British cinema scholarship by Anthony Aldgate featuring film and society intersections with historical and cultural contexts. Suitable for teachers, students, scholars, and anyone interested in British film history and cultural analysis. Some wear on cover but pages and spine intact. Perfect for film studies and British cinema collectors.

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