| 100 Great War Movies: The Real History Behind the Films Contributor(s): Niemi, Robert (Author) |
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ISBN: 1440833850 ISBN-13: 9781440833854 Publisher: ABC-Clio, LLC OUR PRICE: $101.97 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2018 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Military - General - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism |
| Dewey: 791.436 |
| LCCN: 2017053745 |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 7.2" W x 10.1" (2.10 lbs) 392 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This cinematic guide to war movies spans 800 years in its analysis of films from those set in the 13th century Scottish Wars of Independence (Braveheart) to those taking place during the 21st-century war in Afghanistan (Lone Survivor). World War II has produced the largest number of war movies and continues to spawn recently released films such as Dunkirk. This book explores those, but also examines films set during such conflicts as the Napoleonic Wars, the American Civil War, World War I, the Vietnam War, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The book is organized alphabetically by film title, making it easy to navigate. Each entry is divided into five sections: Background (a brief discussion of the film's genesis and financing); Production (information about how, where, and when the film was shot); Synopsis (a detailed plot summary); Reception (how the film did in terms of box office, awards, and reviews) and Reel History vs. Real History (a brief analysis of the film's historical accuracy). This book is ideal for readers looking to get a vivid behind-the-scenes look at the greatest war movies ever made. |