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Dark Cinema: American Film Noir in Cultural Perspective (Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture)

Dark Cinema: American Film Noir in Cultural Perspective (Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture)
By Jon Tuska

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #1565036 in Books
  • Published on: 1984-10-18
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 305 pages

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"Tuska's book is an attempt to link the film noir tradition to a wider world of American culture. Thus it provides not only a description of the cinematic antecedents of the films but also a history of its literary origins. The book also defines noir's typical style, themes and concerns, actors, actresses, and directors.... This book is strongest when it discusses the films themselves.... Selected bibliography and filmography are included. Probably most useful at the lower-division undergraduate level." -- Choice

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“Tuska's book is an attempt to link the film noir tradition to a wider world of American culture. Thus it provides not only a description of the cinematic antecedents of the films but also a history of its literary origins. The book also defines noir's typical style, themes and concerns, actors, actresses, and directors.... This book is strongest when it discusses the films themselves.... Selected bibliography and filmography are included. Probably most useful at the lower-division undergraduate level.”–Choice