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Book SynopsisUnder the Franco regime (1939-1976), films produced in Spain were of poor quality, promoted the regime's agenda, or were heavily censored. After the dictator's death, the Spanish film industry transitioned into a new era, one in which artists were able to more freely express themselves and tackle subjects that had been previously stifled. Today, films produced in Spain are among the most highly regarded in world cinema.The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Spanish Films features nearly 300 entries on the written by a host of international scholars and film critics. Beginning with movies released after Franco's death, this volume documents four decades of films, directors, actresses and actors of Spanish cinema. Offering a comprehensive survey of films, the entries address such topics as art, culture, society and politics. Each includes comprehensive production details and provides brief suggestions for further reading.Through its examination of the films of the post-Franco period, this vol
Trade ReviewScholars and casual film lovers alike will find The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Spanish Films a comprehensive reference source. It is currently the only encyclopedia for the English-speaking market on the contemporary period of Spanish films (1976–2016). Arranged alphabetically by Spanish title (with English translation in parentheses) and written by contributors from all over the world, the 200 entries are in the form of essays, each two to four pages and well researched. At the top of each entry is the release date of the film, the director and author(s) of the screenplay, and specs such as running time and whether the film was shot in black-and-white or color. The entries themselves are more than just summaries. Information is given about the actors, the area of Spain in which the film takes place, and awards the film received. Also discussed is how the film reflects the changing landscape of Spanish society after the dictatorship of Francisco Franco. Readers will come away with a new appreciation for films they have seen and a list of films they would like to watch in the future. Essential. * CHOICE *
