D. W. Griffith's <i>The Birth of a Nation</i>

In 1915 American filmmaker D. W. Griffith released a film that went on to become one of the most controversial of all time. Over a century later &lt;i&gt;The Birth of a Nation&lt;/i&gt; continues to stimulate debate on the relationship between Hollywood and racism. This volume reveals new perspectives on Griffith's film across ten original chapters re-considering it as text historical milestone and influence. The volume also includes a helpful timeline that lists key publications and events in &lt;i&gt;Birth&lt;/i&gt;'s ongoing history revealing the rich and stimulating discourse on its art its cultural impact and its ethical dimensions.