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The Child in British Cinema

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  • 232 páginas
  • 9 horas de lectura

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Focusing on the representation of childhood in British cinema, the book explores how films reflect national culture, race, empire, class, and gender from the early twentieth century to the present. Through case studies, it analyzes early depictions, the moral implications of cinema on children, and the contrasting portrayals of boys and girls. The author also examines the experiences of migrant and refugee children, culminating in a discussion of their representation in successful British blockbusters. The child serves as a versatile symbol throughout cinematic history, reflecting societal values and concerns.

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The Child in British Cinema, Matthew Smith

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Título
The Child in British Cinema
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Publicado en
2022
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Páginas
232
ISBN13
9783031059681
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Focusing on the representation of childhood in British cinema, the book explores how films reflect national culture, race, empire, class, and gender from the early twentieth century to the present. Through case studies, it analyzes early depictions, the moral implications of cinema on children, and the contrasting portrayals of boys and girls. The author also examines the experiences of migrant and refugee children, culminating in a discussion of their representation in successful British blockbusters. The child serves as a versatile symbol throughout cinematic history, reflecting societal values and concerns.