Teaching Black Cinema
by Peter Jones
What is 'black cinema'? Is it a valid category? What can films from as far afield, economically and geographically, as Nigeria and Hollywood possibly have in common? This clear and illuminating guide introduces discussions of issues that are bound to engage your students' interest, providing a stimulating new way into exploring the key concepts of Media Studies. Focus films include Lethal Weapon, Bullet Boy and Malcolm X.
Contents include:
- Introduction: Assessment contexts; Getting started; Schemes of work
- Background: Categories of cinema; Key terms and concepts
- Case studies: Images of slavery; The struggle for equality; Blaxploitation; Auteur director - Spike Lee; Star - Denzel Washington; Modern British black cinema
About the Author:
Peter Jones has been teaching Film and Media Studies to the 16-19 age group since 1993, and currently works at Queen Mary's College, Basingstoke. He is also a Film Studies examiner for the WJEC. Prior to becoming a teacher he worked for many years in the film and television industries.
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Cat.No. BR159 £24.95
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