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Nihilism in film and television : a critical overview from Citizen Kane to The Sopranos / Kevin L. Stoehr.

Stoehr, Kevin L., 1967-
2006
PN1995.9.N55 S76 2006 (Mapit)
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Title
Nihilism in film and television : a critical overview from Citizen Kane to The Sopranos / Kevin L. Stoehr.
Author
Stoehr, Kevin L., 1967-
ISBN
9780786425471 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0786425474 (pbk. : alk. paper)
Published
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2006]
Copyright
©2006
Language
English
Description
ix, 216 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Call Number
PN1995.9.N55 S76 2006
Dewey Decimal Classification
791.43/684
Summary
"This book explores the idea of nihilism (a pervading attitude that nothing matters), as introduced by German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, through its appearance in modern popular culture. The author defines and reflects upon nihilism and explores its manifestation in film and TV"--Provided by publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 205-207) and index.
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When the legends die: John Ford and the Fading of traditions and heroes
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Nihilism ad detached existence.

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