This book is aimed at helping media and film studies teachers introduce the basics of feminist film theory, a complex area that is nonetheless essential for studying the moving image. No prior knowledge of the theory is required as author Terri Murray explains key terminology and the contributions of influential authors whose seminal texts have influenced understanding of gender representation in the visual media, such as John Berger and Laura Mulvey, all illustrated with useful case studies. Films and filmmakers discussed include Blonde Venus, Psycho, Double Indemnity, Mildred Pierce, The Last Seduction, Strange Days, Beau Travail, and 'unexpected heroes' of feminist film—Paul Verhoeven (Basic Instinct) and Spike Lee (She Hate Me).
- ISBN10 1903663725
- ISBN13 9781903663721
- Publish Date 19 March 2008
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 21 November 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Liverpool University Press
- Imprint Auteur Publishing
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 140
- Language English