The Encyclopedia of British Film
Sous la direction de Brian McFarlane et Anthony Slide
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Description de l'ouvrage:
Featuring more than 6,500 articles, including over 350 new entries, this fifth edition of The Encyclopedia of British Film is an invaluable reference guide to the British film industry. It is the most authoritative volume yet, stretching from the inception of the industry to the present day, with detailed listings of the producers, directors, actors and studios behind a century or so of great British cinema.
Brian McFarlane's meticulously researched guide is the definitive companion for anyone interested in the world of film. Previous editions have sold many thousands of copies, and this fifth instalment will be an essential work of reference for universities, libraries and enthusiasts of British cinema.
À propos des auteurs :
Brian McFarlane is Adjunct Professor at Swinburne University of Technology and Adjunct Associate Professor at Monash University Anthony Slide is an independent film scholar. He is the author of 75 books and the editor of 150 more.
Revue de Presse:
'A massive achievement.'
The Observer
'Superbly done - comprehensive, eclectic and compulsively readable ... a delight to browse as well as an indispensable tool.'
Sight & Sound
'A fantastic achievement.'
Professor Charles Barr
'The Encyclopedia is astonishing - I learn things from it every time I open it.'
Kevin Brownlow
Voir le site internet de l'éditeur Manchester University Press
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