"Italian Neorealism: Rebuilding the Cinematic City" is a valuable introduction to one of the most influential of film movements. Exploring the roots and causes of neorealism, particularly the effects of the Second World War, as well as its politics and style, Mark Shiel examines the portrayal of the city and the legacy left by filmmakers such as Rossellini, De Sica, and Visconti. Films studied include "Rome, Open City" (1945), "Paisan" (1946), "The Bicycle Thief" (1948), and "Umberto D." (1952).
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"Italian Neorealism: Rebuilding the Cinematic City" is a valuable introduction to one of the most influential of film movements. Exploring the roots and causes of neorealism, particularly the effects of the Second World War, as well as its politics and style, Mark Shiel examines the portrayal of the city and the legacy left by filmmakers such as Rossellini, De Sica, and Visconti. Films studied include "Rome, Open City" (1945), "Paisan" (1946), "The Bicycle Thief" (1948), and "Umberto D." (1952).
Imprint | Wallflower Press |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | March 2006 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | March 2006 |
Authors | Mark Shiel |
Dimensions | 200 x 150 x 10mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 142 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-904764-48-9 |
Barcode | 9781904764489 |
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LSN | 1-904764-48-7 |