Ageing Masculinities in Contemporary European and Anglophone Cinema

This book explores how ageing masculinities are represented in contemporary international cinema, with a focus on European films and the anti-ageing impulses of male stardom in Hollywood. It considers issues of queerness, sexuality, and asexuality, as well as themes such as national cinema and dementia.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into a distinctive examination of the portrayal of aging masculinities in contemporary international cinema. Spanning a diverse array of national cinemas, the book primarily focuses on European perspectives, while also exploring the social and cultural constructions of manhood and the prevalent anti-aging impulses of male stardom in contemporary Hollywood. These themes are intricately interwoven throughout the volume, encompassing diverse topics such as the multifaceted nature of old age, the exploration of queerness, sexuality, and asexuality, as well as the examination of national cinema and dementia. By offering a rich and multifaceted portrayal of aging and masculinity in contemporary cinema, this book appeals to scholars and students engaged in the fields of film and screen studies, gender and masculinity studies, and cultural gerontology. It provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics and transformations of these subjects within the global cinematic landscape.

Weight: 467g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032306636