Marxist Film Theory and Fight Club

Anna Kornbluh's book "Marxist Film Theory and Fight Club" provides an overview of Marxist approaches to film, focusing on three central concepts: "the mode of production," "ideology," and "mediation." It employs a case study of Fight Club to illustrate how these concepts operate and have been used and misused in film studies. The book is a valuable resource for exploring these concepts and is a typical film in terms of its production, marketing, and popularity. It offers a detailed cinematic interpretation that students can practice with other films and provides a set of ideas about cinema and society that can be carried into other kinds of study.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Anna Kornbluh delves into the realm of Marxist approaches to film, offering a comprehensive overview that specifically focuses on three central concepts in Marxist theory that hold significant relevance for film studies: "the mode of production," "ideology," and "mediation." Through the utilization of a case study, the volume elucidates the practical application of these concepts and their potential misuse within the field. Fight Club emerges as an exceptionally valuable text for exploring these three concepts due to its captivating and instructive engagement with economic relations, ideological distortion, and avenues for transformation. Simultaneously, the film aligns with typical characteristics observed in terms of its production conditions, marketing strategies, and widespread popularity. Adapted from the novel by Chuck Palahniuk, Fight Club has become a contemporary classic that has undergone numerous reinterpretations as political and economic landscapes shift. This adaptability has allowed it to serve as a rich platform for students to practice and apply Marxist film theory to other films, fostering a deeper understanding of cinema and society. Moreover, the book provides a framework of ideas about cinema and society that can be extended to other areas of study, equipping students with the tools to analyze culture in a broader context.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 257 x 215 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501347306