Directory of World Cinema

<p>With its sprawling celebrity homes the Walk of Fame and the iconic sign on the hill Hollywood is truly the land of stars. Glamorous and larger-than-life many of the most memorable motion pictures of all time have emanated from its multimillion-dollar film industry which exports more films per capita than that of any other nation. <em>Directory of World Cinema: American Hollywood</em> lays out the cinematic history of Tinseltown - the industry the audiences and of course the stars - highlighting important thematic and cultural elements throughout. Profiles and analyses of many of the industry's most talented and prolific directors give insights into their impact on Hollywood and beyond. A slate of blockbuster successes - and notable flops - are here discussed providing insight into the ever-shifting aesthetic of Hollywood's enormous global audience. User-friendly and concise yet containing an astonishing amount of information <em>Directory of World Cinema: American Hollywood</em> shows how truly indispensable the Hollywood film industry is and provides a fascinating account of its cultural and artistic significance as it marks its centennial.</p>