Irish Cinema in the Twenty-First Century.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Barton, Ruth.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Motion pictures, Irish.

Motion pictures--Ireland.

Motion pictures.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (247 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Manchester : Manchester University Press, 2019.

Summary:

This book by Ruth Barton examines the development and characteristics of Irish cinema in the twenty-first century. It explores various aspects of Irish film production including animation, horror, documentary, and historical trauma. The author discusses the influence of globalization and co-productions on Irish national cinema, addressing the complexities of national identity within film. The book is intended for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of film studies, particularly those interested in Irish cinema and its evolution. It delves into the cultural, social, and political themes depicted in Irish films and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by filmmakers in Ireland. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Front matter

Dedication

Contents

List of figures

Acknowledgements

Introduction

How to make an Irish film

Animating Ireland

Ireland of the horrors

Documenting Ireland

Irish history and trauma

Filming Northern Ireland

Rural and small-town Ireland on screen

Images of the city

Conclusion

Appendix Funding for Irish audiovisual content

Index Generated by AI.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781526124456

1526124459

OCLC:

1467879752