Among the countless gangster films produced by Hollywood, few are as haunting, complex, or ingeniously crafted as White Heat (1948). Students of film history and screen writing will appreciate this treatment--an engaging study of teh various artistic elements that turned what might have been just another gangster film into an innovative classic of the genre and a model of cooperative filmmaking at its best. Crucial to White Heat's success, McGilligan stresses, was the rare manner in which every aspect of production ...
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Among the countless gangster films produced by Hollywood, few are as haunting, complex, or ingeniously crafted as White Heat (1948). Students of film history and screen writing will appreciate this treatment--an engaging study of teh various artistic elements that turned what might have been just another gangster film into an innovative classic of the genre and a model of cooperative filmmaking at its best. Crucial to White Heat's success, McGilligan stresses, was the rare manner in which every aspect of production coalesced: studio, script, cast, crew, and director.
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Very Good in None Issued jacket. 207 pages. Book is in Very good condition throughout. Students Of Film History And Screen Writing Will Appreciate This Treatment, Which Includes The Trial Script And Patrick's Introduction Study Of Artistic Elements That Turned What Might Have Been Just Another Gangster Film Into An Innovative Classic.
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Good. The book shows average wear and age. Foxing (light dot stains) to edge of pages.; -We're committed to your satisfaction. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and securely boxed. All orders ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.
Publisher:
[Madison, Wisconsin] The University of Wisconsin Press [1984].
Published:
1984
Language:
English
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9752558088
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Fine in Fine jacket. Signed by Author(s) First edition, first printing. 8vo. Illustrated with b/w photographs. Dust jacket (unclipped). Fine. 207 pages. No other signatures or bookplates. Boldly signed by Patrick McGilligan on the title page. Provenance: from the estate of Charles Williamson.
