The philosophy of war films
(Book)
Contributors
LaRocca, David, 1975- editor.
Published
Lexington : University Press of Kentucky, [2014].
Physical Description
529 pages ; 24 cm.
Status
Gillette College Library - Pop Culture Collection
PC 791.43658 P568 2014
1 available
PC 791.43658 P568 2014
1 available
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Published
Lexington : University Press of Kentucky, [2014].
Format
Book
Language
English
UPC
40024436334
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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary
Wars have played a momentous role in shaping the course of human history. The ever-present specter of conflict has made it an enduring topic of interest in popular culture, and many movies, from Hollywood blockbusters to independent films, have sought to show the complexities and horrors of war on-screen. In The Philosophy of War Films, David LaRocca compiles a series of essays by prominent scholars that examine the impact of representing war in film and the influence that cinematic images of battle have on human consciousness, belief, and action. The contributors explore a variety of topics, including the aesthetics of war as portrayed on-screen, the effect war has on personal identity, and the ethical problems presented by war Drawing upon analyses of iconic and critically acclaimed war films such as Saving Private Ryan (1998), The Thin Red Line (1998), Rescue Dawn (2006), Restrepo (2010), and Zero Dark Thirty (2012), this volume's examination of the genre creates new ways of thinking about the philosophy of war. A fascinating look at the manner in which combat and its aftermath are depicted cinematically, The Philosophy of War Films is a timely and engaging read for any philosopher, filmmaker, reader, or viewer who desires a deeper understanding of war and its representation in popular culture.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
LaRocca, D. (2014). The philosophy of war films . University Press of Kentucky.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)LaRocca, David, 1975-. 2014. The Philosophy of War Films. University Press of Kentucky.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)LaRocca, David, 1975-. The Philosophy of War Films University Press of Kentucky, 2014.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)LaRocca, David. The Philosophy of War Films University Press of Kentucky, 2014.
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