First book in English to explore Kobayashi’s entire career, from the early films he made at Shochiku studio, to internationally-acclaimed masterpieces like The Human Condition, Harakiri, and Samurai Rebellion, and on to his final work for NHK Television.
Visions of Empire explores film's function as a medium of political communication, recognizing not just the propaganda film, but the... Læs mere
On the night of 22-23 April 1918 the Royal Navy carried out a raid on the German held ports of Zeebrugge and Ostend - Operation Z-O. The author reveals how... Læs mere
Demonstrates how digital effects-driven films should be understood as a continuation of the narrative and stylistic traditions that have defined... Læs mere