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School Library Journal
Reviewed on February 1, 2012 | Grades 5-up
Gr 9 Up—These titles provide insight into what critical theory is and how popular films can be analyzed through different schools of criticism. There is also some basic biographical information provided about the filmmaker. Lucas looks at "How to Apply Historical Criticism to Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope," and feminist criticism to Star W...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2011
From a clear definition of critical theory and its purpose to practical applications, this series presents well-written introductions to the analysis of film. Each volume begins with a biographical sketch of the title director...Log In or Sign Up to Read More