Film and History

Film is the pre-eminent mass medium of the modern age. It is a valuable source of evidence for the study of both the past and the contemporary world and is a social practice that has affected the lives of millions. How can historians engage with this important and influential medium?<br/><br/>Written for both students and teachers <i>Film and History</i>: <br/><br/>- provides a concise accessible introduction to the use of film in historical enquiry and a summary of the main theoretical debates<br/>- Charts the development of film history as a subject area and a discipline in its own right<br/>- Considers different approaches to film history including film as an art form as ideology as a historical source and as a social practice<br/>- Includes case studies to ground discussion of theories and approaches in specific examples<br/><br/>Wide-ranging and authoritative <i>Film and History</i> equips students with the methods both to analyse film texts and to understand the place of film in history and culture.