Contesting Identities: Sports in American Film

by Aaron Baker

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Analysis of race, class and gender in American sports films

Since the earliest days of the silent era, American filmmakers have been drawn to the visual spectacle of sports and their compelling narratives of conflict, triumph, and individual achievement. In Contesting Identities Aaron Baker examines how these cinematic representations of sports and athletes have evolved over time--from The Pinch Hitter and Buster Keaton's...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0252073541

ISBN13:9780252073540

Release Date:February 2006

Publisher:University of Illinois Press

Length:176 Pages

Weight:0.63 lbs.

Dimensions:0.5" x 7.6" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography Education & Reference History of Sports Humor & Entertainment Miscellaneous Movies Performing Arts Reference Sports & Outdoors Sports & Recreation

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