Film in Australia
An Introduction

This groundbreaking book provides a comprehensive analysis of films made since 1970.

Albert Moran (Author), Errol Vieth (Author)

9780521613279, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 10 October 2006

232 pages, 30 b/w illus.
22.9 x 13.9 x 1.4 cm, 0.349 kg

Film in Australia is a groundbreaking book that systematically addresses the wide-ranging output of Australian feature films. Adopting a genre approach, it gives a different take on Australian films made since 1970, bypassing the standard run of historical texts and actor- or character-driven studies of Australian film. Comedy, adventure, horror, science fiction, crime, art films and other types are analysed with clarity and insight so the reader can recognize and understand all kinds of Australian films, whether they are contemporary or older features, obscure gems or classic blockbusters. Film in Australia explains how particular types of films work, identifies sub-types, and surveys the work of local film makers in the different genres. Authoritatively argued for film studies courses, and based on the authors' deep and extensive knowledge of Australian film, it is also enjoyable and accessible for the general reader. A must-read for all students of Australian film.

Acknowledgements
1. Genre and Australian film
2. The adventure film
3. Art film
4. The biopic
5. Comedy
6. Crime
7. The detective film
8. Horror
9. The musical
10. Science fiction
11. The social realist film
12. Suspense thriller
13. The teenpic
14. Woman's film
Afterword
Bibliography.

Subject Areas: Films, cinema [APF]