In The Space Of A Song
Songs take up space and time in films. Richard Dyer's In the Space of a Song takes off from this perception, arguing that the way songs take up space indicates a great deal about the songs themselves, the nature of the feelings they present, and who is allowed to present feelings how, when and where. In the Space of a Song explores this perception through a range of examples, from classic MGM musicals to blaxploitation cinema, with the career of Lena Horne providing a turning point in the cultural dynamics of the feeling.Chapters include:The perfection of Meet Me in St. LouisA Star Is Born and the construction of authenticity'I seem to find the happiness I seek': Heterosexuality and dance in the musicalThe space of happiness in the musicalSinging prettily: Lena Horne in HollywoodIs Car Wash a musical?Music and presence in blaxploitation cinemaIn the Space of a Song is ideal for both scholars and students of film studies.
| Autor: | Dyer, Richard |
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| EAN: | 9780415223744 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Seitenzahl: | 224 |
| Produktart: | kartoniert, broschiert |
| Verlag: | Routledge Taylor & Francis |
| Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 15.02.2012 |
| Untertitel: | The Uses of Song in Film |
| Schlagworte: | Film Musicals |
| Größe: | 13 × 156 × 234 |
| Gewicht: | 384 g |
