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History by Hollywood: The Use and Abuse of the American Past

Examines how film-makers have interpreted American history through their films. Focusing on movies that deal with real events and people, this book looks at how writers, producers, and directors became involved in making historical films, what influenced their interpretations of the past, and the responses they have made to the controversies.

  • Format
  • paperback
  • Pages
  • 288
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9780252065361
  • Genres
  • history, film
  • Release date
  • 1996