Film Studies

Authoritative and extraordinary guide to the 500 most significant films ever made in the United States, from big-budget blockbusters to experimental shorts as of 2009.  
Print call number: UW-Whitewater, Reference Collection, 2nd Floor; PN1993.5.U6 .E15 2010

The authors discuss the Noir City, its setting and backdrop, and also the cultural (WWII) and institutional influences on the subgenres. Next follows an analysis of the low budget and series film noirs with information on those cult classics. Covers on films (mostly from the 1940s-1950s), directors, and actors.

A unique and essential index to the contents of anthologies in English that have been published through 1991. These anthologies contain pieces that (1) reprint articles from their original source, (2) select excerpts from book-length publications, and (3) include original essays appearing only in a specialized anthology.

Hollywood's depiction of gays and lesbians has almost always been stereotypical, from the extremely effeminate characters to the homicidal homosexuals. This comprehensive filmography to homosexual characters in mainstream movies, 1914-1992, includes full cast and credits, production information, reviews, and an analysis of the film with an essay blending critical commentary and a synopsis of each film.

Continues the authors' in-depth study of the genre from volume 1 with coverage of well over 300 movies. The entries encompass features films, serials, TV movies, and foreign releases. Each entry contains detailed cast/characters and technical credits, a discussion of the film, and review quotes. Also provides a list of sci-fi genre radio and TV series.

Contains reviews of over twenty two thousand films, incorporating a concise synopsis of every film's plot, critics's quotes and behind the scenes and gossip and facts.

Covers the most-studied artists and works and includes portraits and movie stills. Coverage includes legendary films, actors, directors, writers and other production artists. Entries include biographies, filmographies, credits, production information, major awards and bibliographies.
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Print call number: UW-Whitewater, Reference Collection, 2nd Floor; PN1997.8 .I58 2000 vol. 1

Each issue covers films released the previous year as well as some films of the past. 2000 is missing.

Analyzes 515 films from 1927-1980, providing plot synopses and critical discussion on production, acting, direction, script, and cinematography. Different films covered than series 2.

Survey of over 750 movies (additional to 515 in the first series) - from 1927 to 1981 - giving an account of the story line along with an examination of the directing, acting, cinematography, editing, etc. in each.

A survey of over 375 silent movies from 1902 to 1936, with an account of story lines, direction, cinematography, screenwriting, etc. 3 volume set.

From the first "talkies" to modern blockbusters (as of 2002), this book collects the original reviews of the most popular and influential films from across the globe exactly as they appeared in print, creating a fascinating history of nearly a century of cinema. The film reviews cover black and white classics, Technicolor musicals, widescreen extravaganzas, genre favorites, art films, and foreign masterpieces and reflect the eras in which they were initially released.

Comprehensive guide to 50 of the world's most terrifying films. features festivals, adaptations, magazines and merchandise. The guide tells the stories behind the movies that have scared us throughout the twentieth century.

Uncovers cinema's funniest and most varied genre, from silent slapstick, to 90s gross-out and the dark indie humor of today. Offers synopses and reviews of 50 US and international "funnies."

Big screen tales of organized crime have produced many of cinema's greatest films and most memorable moments. This book provides information on all aspects of the genre, including guns, the cars, the molls and the classic plots. Includes US and international films.

Explores the interest of space exploration, time travel, fantastical worlds and alternative futures. This guide explains how the philosophy of Plato, classic Victorian tales, and cult comic books have helped to create these engaging genres.

This cinefile's guidebook reviews some of the biggest, baddest, and brightest films from every age and genre of the broad range of cinematic science fiction movies. Includes reviews of popular and under-appreciated genres.

Provides a cross-section of contemporary American film criticism from 1896-1960. The volumes reprint reviews in their entirety from Photoplay, Film Reports, The Moving Picture World, Variety, and The New York Times.

Contains information on films with an emphasis on racial and national ethnic experience in the United States. Covers traditional "Hollywood" films and independent productions by racial and ethnic minority filmmakers and organizations.