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Subject Cinema, Object Women

Author : Shoma A. Chatterji

Publisher :

Page : 330 pages

File Size : 47,22 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Women in motion picture i ndustry

ISBN :

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This Book Is Perhaphs, The First Modest Attempt By An Indian Film Critic Delve Into The Rather Delicate Subject Of Feminist Film Criticism Within The Framework Of Indian Popular Cinema. The Idea Was Rooted In A Consistent Thrashing Of Ideas And Concepts Attacking The Patriarchal Dominance In Hindi Popular Cinema Through Articles Written In Indian Publications And Papers Presented At Seminars On Cinema Over The Past Two Decades. It Is More Of An Emotional Response To The Portrayal Of Women In Indian Cinema Than A Cerebral And Clinical Analysis Conducted Along The British Schools Of Feminist Film Criticism Based On Psycho-Analysis, Semiology And Structuralism. This Is The Result Of Three Years Of Intensive Research, Through Films, Books And Documentation Consisting Of Archival Material On Indian Cinema.



Centring Women in Bollywood Biopics

Author : Chandrava Chakravarty

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 44,73 MB

Release : 2024-10-28

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 1040183352

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This book explores the dramatic rise in popularity of the women’s biopic in contemporary Bollywood, within the context of wider cultural shifts over the past decade. Delving into the societal shifts reflected in the genre, both on and off screen, the book explores the contours of individual agency and the centring of women in Indian cinema. The book offers new insight into women-centric Hindi biopics, a fast-rising genre carving out a tradition of its own, with female directors and actors contributing to this rising postfeminist celebration of women’s agency and individuality. The authors posit that the alternative narratives, created by Bollywood and accepted by mainstream audiences, have become a catalyst to elevate women or female actors to protagonists, without the need to conform to the sexist mores of mainstream Bollywood. This book will be of interest to scholars, researchers and upper-level students in the areas of film studies, media industries, gender and feminism, and South Asian studies.



Cinematic Representations of Women in Modern Celebrity Culture, 1900–1950

Author : María Cristina C. Mabrey

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 325 pages

File Size : 46,21 MB

Release : 2022-04-15

Category : History

ISBN : 1000574695

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The purpose of this edited volume is to explore the contributions of women to European, Mexican, American and Indian film industries during the years 1900 to 1950, an important period that signified the rise and consolidation of media technologies. Their pioneering work as film stars, writers, directors, designers and producers as well as their endeavors to bridge the gap between the avant-garde and mass culture are significant aspects of this collection. This intersection will be carefully nuanced through their cinematographic production, performances and artistic creations. Other distinctive features pertain to the interconnection of gender roles and moral values with ways of looking, which paves the way for realigning social and aesthetic conventions of femininity. Based on this thematic and diverse sociocultural context, this study has an international scope, their main audiences being scholars and graduate students that pursue to advance interdisciplinary research in the field of feminist theory, film, gender, media and avant-garde studies. Likewise, historians, art and literature specialists will find the content appealing to the degree that intermedial and cross-cultural approaches are presented.



Films and Feminism

Author : Jasbir Jain

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,86 MB

Release : 2015

Category : Feminism and motion pictures

ISBN : 9788131607121

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"Institute for Research in Interdisciplinary Studies."





Bollywood

Author : Tejaswini Ganti

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 265 pages

File Size : 22,69 MB

Release : 2004-08-02

Category : Education

ISBN : 1134442238

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In Bollywood, anthropologist and film scholar Tejaswini Ganti provides a guide to the cultural, social and political significance of Hindi cinema, outlining the history and structure of the Bombay film industry, and the development of popular Hindi filmmaking since the 1930s. Providing information and commentary on the key players in Bollywood, including composers, directors and stars, as well as material from current filmmakers themselves, the areas covered in Bollywood include: history of Indian cinema main themes and characteristics of Hindi cinema significant films, directors and stars production and distribution of Bollywood films interviews with actors, directors and screenwriters. Anyone interested in, or studying Bollywood cinema will find this a valuable purchase.



Hollywood's Indian

Author : Peter Rollins

Publisher : University Press of Kentucky

Page : 267 pages

File Size : 41,84 MB

Release : 2011-01-23

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 0813131650

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Offering both in-depth analyses of specific films and overviews of the industry's output, Hollywood's Indian provides insightful characterizations of the depiction of the Native Americans in film. This updated edition includes a new chapter on Smoke Signals , the groundbreaking independent film written by Sherman Alexie and directed by Chris Eyre. Taken as a whole the essays explore the many ways in which these portrayals have made an impact on our collective cultural life.



Digital is the New Mainstream

Author : Arindam Basu

Publisher : Penprints Publication

Page : 577 pages

File Size : 24,38 MB

Release : 2023-07-17

Category : Language Arts & Disciplines

ISBN : 8195915876

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"Digital is the New Mainstream" is a thought-provoking book published by Penprints, compiling the conclave proceedings conducted by the Department of Mass Communication & Journalism at Sister Nivedita University in Kolkata. This book delves into the transformative impact of the digital era on various aspects of our lives, particularly in the realms of communication, media, and journalism. Drawing insights from esteemed scholars, practitioners, and experts in the field, the book explores the evolving landscape of digital technologies and their implications for traditional media platforms. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities brought forth by the digital revolution, addressing topics such as social media, online journalism, digital storytelling, and the democratization of information. Through engaging discussions, the book examines the shifting dynamics of the media industry, the changing roles of journalists and communicators, and the new avenues for audience engagement and participation. It presents case studies, research findings, and practical strategies to navigate the digital age effectively, empowering media professionals, educators, and students to adapt and thrive in this ever-evolving digital landscape. "Digital is the New Mainstream" serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of digital technologies on communication and journalism. It invites readers to contemplate the future of media and encourages them to embrace the possibilities offered by the digital revolution while upholding the principles of responsible and ethical journalism.



Cinema India

Author : Rachel Dwyer

Publisher : Rutgers University Press

Page : 244 pages

File Size : 29,22 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 9780813531755

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"The unique style of this cinema is explored through an analysis of the mise-en-scene of the film itself - the locations, sets and costumes - and shows how they, along with the song and dance sequences, construct the 'look' and meaning of a film. Equally important to India's visual culture is publicity. Cinema India explores the development of film advertising and its range of aesthetic influences, from indigenous sources, for example, the Ajanta cave paintings, to foreign styles, such as Art Deco, and examines how publicity material is able to convey social, political and economic information about the society in which it is produced."--BOOK JACKET.



Indian Contemporary Films and Societal Reflection

Author : Noveena Chakravorty

Publisher : Adamas Knowledge City, Barasat

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 21,30 MB

Release : 2023-12-30

Category : Young Adult Nonfiction

ISBN : 8196340222

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Film has always acted as a window to the society where it brings out various essences of life. India has always shown prominence in representing its inheritance and rich cultural lineage through different layers of films. Right from “Raja Harishchandra” as a full-length feature film in 1913 to the most contemporary films released on OTT, everything and everyone embedded in any of the films made in India has some level of relevance to the time and society, therefore, they can be called contemporary while projecting some form of social message through their presence. The book “Indian Contemporary Films and Societal Reflection” presents a collection of a list of reviews based on some of the perspectives and concepts portrayed through films like commercialism, gender identity, gender representation, portrayal of power, cinema as a form of art, casteism in cinema, political discourse in cinema, inequality, resilience, relationship, oppression, animation, celluloid reverberations, propaganda and agenda planning, and many more. The twenty-six enthralling chapters from forty-nine authors are collected in this book, which would provide an extensive understanding of different perspectives of films and help identify the societal portrayal of films in various ways.