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The Asian influence on Hollywood action films

Title
The Asian influence on Hollywood action films / Barna William Donovan.
Author
Donovan, Barna William, 1970-
Publication
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2008.

Details

Description
vi, 266 p. : ill.; 23 cm.
Summary
"This history showcases the influence of Eastern popular culture on America cinema and the ways in which its storytelling and cinematic techniques have migrated from grainy, low-budget martial arts movies to box-office blockbusters. While special effects gained prominence in the industry, the raw and gritty power of live combat emerged as an audience favorite"--Provided by publisher.
Subject
  • Action and adventure films > United States > History and criticism
  • Action and adventure films > Asia > History and criticism
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-254) and index.
Call Number
MFL 08-6947
ISBN
  • 9780786434039 (softcover : alk. paper)
  • 0786434031 (softcover : alk. paper)
LCCN
2008026489
OCLC
213775593
Author
Donovan, Barna William, 1970-
Title
The Asian influence on Hollywood action films / Barna William Donovan.
Imprint
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2008.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-254) and index.
Research Call Number
MFL 08-6947
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