Stephen Glynn
The Beatles and Film: From Youth Culture to Counterculture
The Beatles and Film: From Youth Culture to Counterculture
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This book explores the journey of four young men from Liverpool from teen-led youth culture to the counterculture and beyond, examining how the Beatles films reflect their musical maturation and retreat from stardom. It analyzes how the films alternate stylistically between mimetic representation and allegorical interpretation, and switch narratively between fan-filled and welcoming worlds.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 116 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This extensive and detailed examination delves into the remarkable journey undertaken by four young men from Liverpool, encompassing their foray into the realm of teen-led youth culture, their exploration of the counterculture, and their subsequent endeavors. The author begins by examining the celebratory portrayal of Britain's "youthquake" in the iconic 1964 film A Hard Day's Night, which not only showcased the Beatles' musical prowess but also provided a glimpse into their struggles with fame.
Subsequently, the author delves into how the Beatles' film works serve as a valuable tool for charting their musical maturation and their retreat from the pressures of stardom. This exploration encompasses their tentative attempts at improvised filming in the televised Magical Mystery Tour (1967), their acceptance of cartoon representations as leaders of the hippie counterculture in Yellow Submarine (1968), and the final dissolution of their musical dynamic in the recording studios of Let It Be (1970).
The book employs a comprehensive analytical approach to examine how the Beatles' films alternated stylistically between mimetic representation and allegorical interpretation as they grew in popularity alongside their fanbase. It also explores the narrative shifts between fan-filled and welcoming worlds, as the films transitioned from depicting the excitement and energy of their live performances to conveying introspection and isolation.
By offering an in-depth case study of the successes and failures of British youth culture during a volatile decade, The Beatles and Film emerges as an engaging and informative text for scholars and general readers alike. It sheds light on the enduring impact of the Beatles on popular culture and provides valuable insights into the evolution of music, film, and society during the 1960s.
Weight: 453g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367523091
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