Description
Book SynopsisThis text provides a chronicle of contemporary independent American films from the late 1970s up to 1999. It documents the socio-economic, political and artistic forces that led to the rise of independent films and looks at the tension between Hollywood and indie films.
Trade Review"The time is ripe for an intelligent, informed, well-organized book on the world of independent cinema and Emanuel Levy has given us just that." -- Leonard Maltin
"Thoughtful and substantial." -- Stuart Klawans * The Nation *
"At a time when independent American films are more visible and important than ever before, this is an invaluable study. Emanuel Levy's writing is wise, passionate, and amazingly well-informed." -- Roger Ebert
"Levy gives us a comprehensive examination of the American independent film movement, with a level-headed, in-depth assessment of the movies it has produced. This is an indispensable text for anyone who wants to understand the independent world." -- David Ansen * Newsweek *
"The most detailed and up-to-date book on independent cinema, an invaluable reference work." -- Molly Haskell * The Washington Post *
