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Studying The Lord of the Rings
Unquestionably the first cinematic phenomenon of the twenty-first century, Peter Jackson's trilogy was a project of enormous artistic vision and financial risk. It is also a rich text for those studying film and media, perhaps for the first time. Studying The Lord of the Rings is the first book to consider the films in these terms, looking in turn at each of the major concepts: their complex origins and narrative structure; issues of representation masculinity, femininity and race; their generic patterns (to which genre do the films belong?) and thematic concerns; their industrial context from theatrical release to DVD extended editions; film language fusing classical mise-en-scène with cutting-edge technological practice. The aim throughout is to highlight critical debates and key terms, to relate these to the texts and to explore their stylistic and cultural impact. This Student Edition (a previously published Instructor's Edition is available) brings the story up to date with reflections on The Hobbit films.
Studying Talk to Her
Provides an in-depth analysis of Talk to Her, including both the formal elements of the film (its narrative, genre, and auteur study) and the themes and issues it raises.
Studying Fight Club
Fight Club is, on one level, pop-culture phenomena and on another, a deeply philosophical and satirical exploration of modern life. David Fincher's 1999 film (and Chuck Palahniuk's source novel) has had a huge impact on audiences worldwide leading to spoofs, homage, merchandising and numerous Internet fan sites. On initial release the film was met with wide hostility from critics who either failed to appreciate its satirical intent or believed the film failed to deliver on its satirical promise. Early in its DVD afterlife, however, a wider audience began to appreciate the film's significance and radical message. Although attracted by the film's playfulness and star wattage, however, many students struggle with its theoretical notions such as Capitalism, materialism, anarchy and so on. This is one film, which therefore merits a thoughtful and provocative analysis but also an accessible one, and Mark Ramey has provided just that.
In the Nursery
Turn your child’s room into an oasis of fun and creativity without spending a fortune! Whether you’re preparing a nursery for a newborn or redecorating a toddler’s domain, sisters Jennifer and Carolyn show you how to build a safe, loving environment for your baby around a favorite theme or inspiration. 8 custom baby and children’s rooms, from sweet pastels to bright and bold. Covers everything from walls and floors to furniture and fabrics. Features both sewing and no-sew projects. Over 30 projects include a quilt for each room plus more bedding designs; accessories such as a lampshade, a mobile, and a keepsake box--even a wooden picket fence headboard and a painted floorcloth!
Studying Feminist Film Theory
This book is aimed at helping media and film studies teachers introduce the basics of feminist film theory. No prior knowledge of feminist theory is required, the intended readers being university undergraduate teachers and students of film and media studies. Areas of emphasis include spectatorship, narrative, and ideology. Many illustrative case studies from popular cinema are used to offer students an opportunity to consider the connotations of visual and aural elements of film, narrative conflicts and oppositions, the implications of spectator “positioning” and viewer identification, and an ideological critical approach to film. Explanations of key terminology are included, along with classroom exercises and practice questions. Each chapter begins with key definitions and explanations of the concepts to be studied, including some historical background where relevant. Case studies include film noir, Kathryn Bigelow’s Strange Days and the work of directors Spike Lee, Claire Denis, and Paul Verhoeven. Studying Feminist Film Theory is a revised and expanded version of Feminist Film Studies: A Teacher’s Guide, published by Auteur in 2007.
Studying The Hurt Locker
In this vibrant and dynamic book-length study drawing on a broad tapestry of research, Terence McSweeney offers an exploration of The Hurt Locker (2009), its stylistic and narrative devices, its cultural impact, its reception, and its relationship to the genre of the war film. McSweeney places the film in a richly textured historical, political, and industrial context, arguing that The Hurt Locker is part of a long tradition of films about American wars that play a considerable role in how audiences come to understand the conflicts that they depict. Thus, films about a nation’s wars are never “only a movie” but rather should be considered a cultural battleground themselves on which a war of representation is waged.
Studying Hot Fuzz
Neil Archer considers to what extent a modestly funded film such as this can be considered ‘British’ at all
Ghost Layers & Color Washes
Follow this innovative 3-step technique for adding layers of visual interest to representational quilts—from the author of Artful Log Cabin Quilts. Simple steps will take your quilts to an exciting new level! Katie walks you through making a simple block using her 3 steps: Make a design based on a photo or drawing. Add a “ghost” layer that is lighter or darker than the base blocks colors. Create a color wash that allows use of even more colors in the quilt. Blocks are constructed using raw-edge or turned-edge applique. Includes Katie’s Seven Step Program for choosing perfect fabric combinations. Full-color photos of incredible quilts by Katie and her students will inspire you to let the magic begin!
Studying Ida
Paweł Pawlikowski’s Academy Award-winning 2013 film Ida has drawn acclaim and controversy. Sheila Skaff explains the film's historical setting and provides political and cultural analysis to aid the reader in understanding the film’s setting and narrative. Skaff also touches on the influence of the film on current events in Poland.
Teaching Food and Culture
A group of experienced, innovative teachers explore methods of teaching about food and using food to teach the basics of various disciplines.
