Contemporary Approaches to Film and Media Series

Examines the fascinating ties between Surrealist artist René Magritte and the cinema.

A deep-dive into the practice and execution of contemporary television viewing.

Robin Wood’s writing on the horror film, published over five decades, collected in one volume.

The first edited volume devoted to the legendary cult director Jess Franco.

Germany’s most important filmmaking movement in conversation with its peers across the globe.

Examines the social and historical significance of women’s contributions to American silent film comedy.

Investigates the work of global filmmaker Raúl Ruiz.

Discussion of international culture and politics in Hollywood films from the mid-1930s to 1960s.

William Friedkin’s 1970 motion picture The Boys in the Band is perfectly poised for the wide-ranging reassessment and innovative readings that this edited volume accomplishes.