The Films of Hal Ashby

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Focusing on the career of Hal Ashby, the book explores his significant yet underappreciated role in the Hollywood Renaissance of the late 1960s and 1970s. Author Christopher Beach highlights Ashby's versatility and creativity, analyzing his first seven films, including classics like Harold and Maude and Coming Home. Through this examination, Beach argues for Ashby's rightful place in cinematic history alongside contemporaries like Scorsese and Coppola, shedding light on his unique contributions to filmmaking culture during this transformative era.