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Explore the fascinating intersection of film and medieval history with 'The Middle Ages and the Movies' by eminent historian Robert Bartlett. This engaging book delves into how significant films have influenced our perception of the medieval era. Titles like Mel Gibson's 'Braveheart', Fritz Lang’s silent masterpiece 'Siegfried', the poignant classic 'The Seventh Seal', and the iconic historical drama 'El Cid' are critically analyzed. Bartlett uncovers the historical accuracy of these films while providing insights into how they reflect themes of sex, nationalism, and cultural narratives. Discover the translation process of Umberto Eco’s 'Name of the Rose' to the big screen, explore the humor behind 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail', and understand the impact of Stalinist regime on Eisenstein's 'Alexander Nevsky'. A must-read for anyone interested in medieval studies, film analysis, and historical narratives, this book provides a fresh perspective on how cinema shapes our understanding of history. Perfect for students, scholars, and history buffs alike, this BRAND NEW edition (ISBN: 9781789145526) is published by Reaktion Books in 2022. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789145526
Year: 2022
Publisher: Reaktion Books
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In The Middle Ages and the Movies eminent historian Robert Bartlett takes a fresh, cogent look at how our view of medieval history has been shaped by eight significant films of the twentieth century. The book ranges from the concoction of sex and nationalism in Mel Gibson's Braveheart, to Fritz Lang's silent masterpiece Siegfried, the art-house classic The Seventh Seal and the epic historical drama El Cid. The historical accuracy of these films is examined, as well as other salient aspects - how was Umberto Eco's Name of the Rose translated from page to screen? Why is Monty Python and the Holy Grail funny? And how was Eisenstein's Alexander Nevsky shaped by the Stalinist tyranny under which it was filmed?
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789145526
Year: 2022
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
In The Middle Ages and the Movies eminent historian Robert Bartlett takes a fresh, cogent look at how our view of medieval history has been shaped by eight significant films of the twentieth century. The book ranges from the concoction of sex and nationalism in Mel Gibson's Braveheart, to Fritz Lang's silent masterpiece Siegfried, the art-house classic The Seventh Seal and the epic historical drama El Cid. The historical accuracy of these films is examined, as well as other salient aspects - how was Umberto Eco's Name of the Rose translated from page to screen? Why is Monty Python and the Holy Grail funny? And how was Eisenstein's Alexander Nevsky shaped by the Stalinist tyranny under which it was filmed?