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The review of my book "Contested Representation: Dalits, Popular Hindi Cinema, and Public Sphere" by Manzoor Ali in the Book Review (December 2023, Volume 47, No. 12) offers a much-needed critical reflection that he calls "Using Culture to Create 'Others'". Thank you, 'The Book Review', for carrying out this review. I hope to fill the gap in the future. The link to the review is as follows: https://lnkd.in/dF_J3GXK

Our Discussion Guide for Confederates is published. Go check out the latest show guide from Education Manager, Tiffany Bryant! Each guide includes questions for continuing the conversation, an essay on the show topic, and recommendations of books, films, and more. Visit the site page and scroll down to the "Learn More" section to download your own copy!

I would love to hear your thoughts on this, book and film people! As a novelist with two of my books currently in development for TV series, I have a few of my own, and wrote them all out in my newsletter today! Here's the gist of it: "I believe adaptations should stay true to the essence and spirit of the book, but they don't need to be rigid literal copies if tweaks here and there can enhance the quality, relevance, sensitivity, and inclusivity of the film or show, thereby increasing its appeal to a wider audience." Read the whole piece: https://lnkd.in/gybtme79

TRUE STORIES OF WORLD WAR II: A VIVID PORTRAYAL OF THE FRONTLINES by U. Wagner In this book, you will learn not just the great moments of World War II, but also the nitty-gritty minutiae and outlandish truths that surround them. From the first time someone considered starting World War II to the most current blockbuster films about it, you will be prepared with the knowledge you gain from this book. https://amzn.to/3VvVYjr

TRUE STORIES OF WORLD WAR II: A VIVID PORTRAYAL OF THE FRONTLINES by U. Wagner In this book, you will learn not just the great moments of World War II, but also the nitty-gritty minutiae and outlandish truths that surround them. From the first time someone considered starting World War II to the most current blockbuster films about it, you will be prepared with the knowledge you gain from this book. https://amzn.to/3VvVYjr

TRUE STORIES OF WORLD WAR II: A VIVID PORTRAYAL OF THE FRONTLINES by U. Wagner In this book, you will learn not just the great moments of World War II, but also the nitty-gritty minutiae and outlandish truths that surround them. From the first time someone considered starting World War II to the most current blockbuster films about it, you will be prepared with the knowledge you gain from this book. https://amzn.to/3VvVYjr

Bookworms vs. Cinephiles: The ongoing debate over movie adaptations of good books. While films bring stories to life with visual flair, they often face criticism for simplifying or diluting the original work. Successful adaptations strike a balance between creativity and respect for the source material, offering fresh perspectives while honoring literary roots. Ultimately, both literature and cinema benefit from thoughtful adaptations that enrich storytelling. To read more go to the link below: https://lnkd.in/gyZGq5E9

Brody argues that many of the most commercially successful films and novels follow the structure to the letter. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AONlT #CulturalNuances #BroaderContext #AngloAmericanCulturalArtefact

The Power of Obsession: Night Film delves deep into the theme of obsession, exploring how it can consume us and drive us to unravel the darkest mysteries. The protagonist's relentless pursuit of the truth about reclusive filmmaker Stanislas Cordova serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of fixation and the lengths we're willing to go to satisfy our curiosity. Read more in the complete book summary! #book #summary #readers #learning #corporate #mystery #novel https://lnkd.in/dkM78f3W

New Review! The Traumatic Screen: The Films of Christopher Nolan 'Overall, a good arc is drawn across the structure of the entire book, which repeatedly takes up the central themes of trauma, desire, time and melancholy and substantiates them using film examples. The analysis sections, each of which deals with the respective film in great detail, are written in a particularly comprehensible and clear manner. Even for readers who have not seen the films, Joy has been able to close gaps in the content with concise summaries and provides a very informative overall picture. [...] The author goes into great theoretical depth, which is why this work is definitely useful for further professional work.' Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gxWhMMW #BookReview #ChristopherNolan