Hollywood (The Classic Mystery)

Author: Zhou Wenping
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This book provides a detailed and scientific analysis of 100 classic American films, outlining the trajectory and history of a century of American cinema development, and holds considerable academic value. — Zhang Yiwu
Foreign studies on Hollywood films are relatively abundant, while in China, introductory literature is plentiful, but genuine academic research is scarce. Thus, this monograph selects 100 Hollywood films for analysis, dissecting the mysteries of the "Hollywood" model and possessing significant academic value. — Fei Yong
Everyone knows Hollywood. In over a century of film history, Hollywood has been a thriving sanctuary. It has expanded globally, dominating most film markets and influencing people's perspectives and aesthetic tastes. Whether liked or disliked, no one doubts Hollywood's influence. People have long been exploring the secrets of Hollywood's success. While its perfect mechanisms and mature industry are certainly reasons, ultimately, Hollywood achieves conquest through film.
What is the essence of Hollywood cinema? Are it the dazzling stars? The grandiose scenes? The thrilling and stories? Or the extravagant spending? Which films have influenced the trajectory of Hollywood itself? At the turn of the century, the American Film Institute selected the 100 best American films of the 20th century. This is a century-long summary of American cinema's achievements, revealing what shaped the audience-shaping Hollywood and what shaped the world-influencing Hollywood.