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100 British Documentaries
Patrick Russell
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Description for 100 British Documentaries
Hardback. Ever since John Grierson popularized the term 'documentary', British non-fiction film has been renowned, sometimes reviled, but seldom properly appreciated. This work provides an introduction to a rich and varied tradition by considering 100 examples taken from across a century's worth of output. Series: Screen Guides. Num Pages: 272 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; APFA; APT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 123 x 22. Weight in Grams: 485.
Ever since John Grierson popularized the term "documentary," British non-fiction film has been renowned, sometimes reviled, but seldom properly appreciated. "100 British Documentaries "provides a uniquely accessible, occasionally provocative introduction to a rich and surprisingly varied tradition by considering 100 examples taken from across a century's worth of output. The 100 films range from the Victorian period to the present day. Alongside such classics as "Night Mail "and "Touching the Void "are documentaries that illustrate the many uses to which it has been put from pro-gram-filler to political propaganda to classroom teaching aid and the many styles ... Read more
Ever since John Grierson popularized the term "documentary," British non-fiction film has been renowned, sometimes reviled, but seldom properly appreciated. "100 British Documentaries "provides a uniquely accessible, occasionally provocative introduction to a rich and surprisingly varied tradition by considering 100 examples taken from across a century's worth of output. The 100 films range from the Victorian period to the present day. Alongside such classics as "Night Mail "and "Touching the Void "are documentaries that illustrate the many uses to which it has been put from pro-gram-filler to political propaganda to classroom teaching aid and the many styles ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Series
Screen Guides
Condition
New
Number of Pages
272
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781844571949
SKU
V9781844571949
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About Patrick Russell
PATRICK RUSSELL
Reviews for 100 British Documentaries
'I recommend that everyone who cares about documentary, whether audience or maker, grab a copy of this handy volume. Russell's depth of knowledge in his subject is unmatched, and his carefully considered, highly creative comments are not to be missed. My own copy is already thumbed and worn. The only thing that dulls hours of enjoyment is the fact that ... Read more