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There is nothing quite like Hindi cinema
anywhere in the world. As more and more Mumbai filmmakers recognize the need
to use the medium with greater intelligence and precision, scholars of mass
culture have begun to perceive Hindi films not merely as vehicles of undemanding
assembly-line entertainment but also as robustly colourful celebrations of the
cultural and musical mosaic that is India. This exhaustive encyclopaedia looks
as much at the trends and techniques of filmmaking in Mumbai as at the personalities
who shaped the industry into what it is today.
The Encyclopaedia of Hindi Cinema
seeks to capture some of the excitement of Hindi films by presenting a holistic,
informed view of India’s popular cinema. Starting off with a historical
analysis of Hindi films in the form of seven essays, the book goes on to provide
insights into various aspects of the industry’s internal dynamics. The
book brings together an array of experts, who either have first-hand knowledge
of the craft of filmmaking or have observed the industry from close quarters
for decades. The idea is to capture the big picture in a manner that is both
informative and entertaining, and not proffer a dry, clinical study of Hindi
films.
With that end in mind, the encyclopaedia
focuses as much on the stars and directors as it does on films and movements.
Indeed, the book is rounded off with a comprehensive section that throws light
on the work of the towering individuals whose contributions to Hindi cinema
in their respective areas of specialization have been second to none. One unique
section of the encyclopaedia, the Milestones, is devoted entirely to interviews
with legendary Hindi film personalities. The interview with Ashok Kumar was
completed a few weeks before the demise of the respected actor.
Highlights
Produced under the editorial guidance of
Gulzar, Govind Nihalani and Saibal Chatterjee
Thirty-four essays written by an array
of experts who provide insights into various aspects of the industry’s
internal dynamics
Twenty-one milestones that bring interviews
with those legendary personalities who have influenced the dynamics of the industry
Two hundred biographies that provide informative
snapshots of leading film personalities and their important films
Product Details
- ISBN: 81-7991-066-0
- Approx. 600 pages
- Book size: 276 X 216 mm
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