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Book SynopsisThe central theme of Organizations in the Movies is that organizations can be functional with respect to accomplishing their purpose or mission, and at the same time be dysfunctional with respect to fulfilling the needs and satisfying the values of their members.
Trade ReviewA perfect text for a university course but readable for any reader interested in the sociology of film... * Midwest Book Review *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Acknowledgements Chapter 3 Seeking the Truth in Fiction Chapter 4 The Silver Screen and the Organizational Setting Chapter 5 Fragility of Harmony: The Case of Network Chapter 6 Complexity of Purpose: The Case of Twelve O'clock High Chapter 7 The Problem of Multiple Role: The Cases of Electric Horseman; In Pursuit of Honor; Lost in America Chapter 8 The Problem of Isolation: The Case of Groundhog Day Chapter 9 The Problem of Location: Hierarchy: The Cases of Twelve O'clock High; Patton; The Caine Mutiny; Catch 22 Chapter 10 The Problem of Location: Specialization: The Case of Executive Suite Chapter 11 The Problem of Professionalism: The Cases of The Right Stuff; A Few Good Men Chapter 12 Fear of the Future: The Cases of 2001 A Space Odyssey; Rollerball Chapter 13 Coping Strategies; Directing Your Own Movie Chapter 14 Conclusion Chapter 15 References Chapter 16 Index
