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In this book, John White explores how films such as 'Open Range', 'True Grit' and 'Jane Got a Gun' reinforce a conservative myth of America exceptionalism; endorsing the use of extreme force in dealing with enemies and highlighting the importance of defending the homeland.

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In this book, John White explores how films such as 'Open Range', 'True Grit' and 'Jane Got a Gun' reinforce... Read more

    Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
    Publication Date: 31/05/2019
    ISBN13: 9781474427920, 978-1474427920
    ISBN10: 1474427928

    Number of Pages: 192

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    In this book, John White explores how films such as 'Open Range', 'True Grit' and 'Jane Got a Gun' reinforce a conservative myth of America exceptionalism; endorsing the use of extreme force in dealing with enemies and highlighting the importance of defending the homeland.

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