Pursuits of Happiness: The Hollywood Comedy of Remarriage (Harvard Film Studies)

Type

Book

Authors

Stanley Cavell

ISBN 10

067473906X

ISBN 13

9780674739062

Tags

Performing Arts, Genre Films, Mechanical, Archaeology, Mechanical Engineering, Film & Television

Description

During the '30s and '40s, Hollywood produced a genre of madcap comedies that emphasized reuniting the central couple after divorce or separation. And the female protagonists were strong, independent, and sophisticated. Here, Stanley Cavell examines seven of those classic movies for their cinematic techniques, and for such varied themes as feminism, liberty and interdependence. Included are Adam's Rib, Bringing Up Baby, and The Philadelphia Story. - from Amzon

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