{"product_id":"produced-by-irving-thalberg-theory-of-studio-era-filmmaking","title":"Produced by Irving Thalberg: Theory of Studio-Era Filmmaking","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIrving Thalberg was a pioneering producer and theorist of studio-era filmmaking, and this book explores his legacy and impact on film-historical turning points. It features in-depth analyses of Thalberg's productions at MGM from 1924 to 1936, including films like The Big Parade, The Broadway Melody of 1929, and Romeo and Juliet. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 216 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 June 2020\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Edinburgh University Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIrving Thalberg, a legendary figure in Hollywood's Golden Age, was not only a prolific producer but also a visionary theorist of studio-era filmmaking. This book offers a critical reappraisal of Thalberg's legacy, shedding light on his contributions to the industry. Through extensive research and analysis, it explores Thalberg's impact on film-historical turning points, such as the transition to sound cinema and the development of the Production Code. Thalberg's insights into casting, editing, story composition, and the importance of the mass audience are examined, providing a unique theoretical perspective on his work. The book delves into Thalberg's productions at MGM from 1924 to 1936, including iconic films like \"The Big Parade\" (1925), \"The Broadway Melody of 1929\" (1929), and \"Romeo and Juliet\" (1936). It argues that Thalberg's views represent a unified conceptual understanding of filmmaking that remains relevant in the modern era. By examining his contributions, this book contributes to our appreciation of Thalberg's enduring legacy in the world of cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 470g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 162 x 241 x 20 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781474451048                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ana Salzberg","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44096229343482,"sku":"9781474451048","price":77.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/d4c132347b4ffea0cc4330421f548663.jpg?v=1625805183","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/produced-by-irving-thalberg-theory-of-studio-era-filmmaking","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}