Description
Beginning in 1948 with Paramount's Saigon and Universal's Rogue's Regiment, Hollywood has produced over 400 features and made-for-television films about Vietnam and the ensuing conflict. With the exception of The Green Berets (1968), few were designed to rally Americans to the cause as earlier war movies had done. Many were not even combat films, instead dealing with such domestic issues as protests, veteran reintegration, MIAs and POWs.
Arranged chronologically, this is a critical analysis of Vietnam War films from 1948 through 1993. Recurring themes are stressed along with the ways that movie America reflected the national reality, with essays blending plot synopses and critical commentary. The movies run the gamut of genres: dramas, action, adventure, horror, comedies and even one musical.
About the Author
Jeremy M. Devine lives in Dallas, Texas.
Reviews
[includes] three handy filmographies - Library Journal
""a thorough listing"" - Choice
""wide ranging, inclusive and insightful"" - The VVA Veteran
Book Information
ISBN 9780786476022
Author Jeremy M. Devine
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 571g
Arranged chronologically, this is a critical analysis of Vietnam War films from 1948 through 1993. Recurring themes are stressed along with the ways that movie America reflected the national reality, with essays blending plot synopses and critical commentary. The movies run the gamut of genres: dramas, action, adventure, horror, comedies and even one musical.
About the Author
Jeremy M. Devine lives in Dallas, Texas.
Reviews
[includes] three handy filmographies - Library Journal
""a thorough listing"" - Choice
""wide ranging, inclusive and insightful"" - The VVA Veteran
Book Information
ISBN 9780786476022
Author Jeremy M. Devine
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 571g
