{"product_id":"twenty-first-century-hollywood-rebooting-the-system","title":"Twenty-First-Century Hollywood: Rebooting the System","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTwenty-First-Century Hollywood examines the contexts of studio film production in the new century to understand why producers and audiences favor franchise and family films. It combines close textual readings and industrial analysis to illustrate why these movies are favored in the contemporary climate. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 March 2019\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Columbia University Press\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwenty-First-Century Hollywood delves into the intricate contexts of studio film production in the contemporary era, aiming to unravel the factors that shape the style and content of modern cinema. In a landscape dominated by the allure of franchises and family films, this book seamlessly combines close textual readings and comprehensive industrial analysis, providing insights into why these genres have gained immense popularity among producers and audiences alike. Author Neil Archer takes a critical approach, examining the narrative and aesthetic strategies employed in Hollywood's most renowned films, ranging from the Harry Potter series to Marvel's Cinematic Universe and even The Lego Movie. Throughout his exploration, Archer raises thought-provoking questions, such as why Hollywood exhibits a sense of nervousness regarding flying saucers, why the cinematic auteur may emerge as Hollywood's savior, and why the most mature movies are often crafted for children. This study reveals that the answers to these questions are often intricate and surprising, mirroring the complexity and depth found within the films themselves. By delving into the dynamics of Hollywood's production, Twenty-First-Century Hollywood offers a valuable perspective on the evolving landscape of contemporary cinema, shedding light on the forces that drive its development and the impact it has on audiences worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 182g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 143 x 216 x 19 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780231191593\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NeilArcher","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44095571853562,"sku":"9780231191593","price":15.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1d1524ca3682b79e9284c5cf22a65894.jpg?v=1627442430","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/twenty-first-century-hollywood-rebooting-the-system","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}