Mexican cinema : reflections of a society, 1896-2004 / Carl J. Mora.

Author/creator Mora, Carl J.
Format Book
Edition3rd ed.
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. ; London : McFarland & Co., ©2005.
Descriptionvii, 327 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects

Contents The silent film era, 1896-1929 -- The coming of sound, 1930-1939 -- War and growth of a major industry, 1940-1946 -- "Golden age," crisis, and retrenchment, 1947-1959 -- Decline, renovation, and the return of commercialism, 1960-1980 -- "To rebuild a ruined cinema in a ruined country", 1981-1989 -- Globalization and new paths, 1990-2004.
Abstract "Arranged chronologically, this updated and revised edition covers the scope of Mexican cinema. The main films and their directors are discussed, together with the political, social and economic context of the times. Appendices offer selected filmographies and useful addresses"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 293-314) and index.
LCCN 2005009058
ISBN0786420839 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)
ISBN9780786420834 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)