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Reel Knockouts

Author : Martha McCaughey
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292778376
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (927 download)

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Download or read book Reel Knockouts written by Martha McCaughey and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Thelma and Louise outfought the men who had tormented them, women across America discovered what male fans of action movies have long known—the empowering rush of movie violence. Yet the duo's escapades also provoked censure across a wide range of viewers, from conservatives who felt threatened by the up-ending of women's traditional roles to feminists who saw the pair's use of male-style violence as yet another instance of women's co-option by the patriarchy. In the first book-length study of violent women in movies, Reel Knockouts makes feminist sense of violent women in films from Hollywood to Hong Kong, from top-grossing to direct-to-video, and from cop-action movies to X-rated skin flicks. Contributors from a variety of disciplines analyze violent women's respective places in the history of cinema, in the lives of viewers, and in the feminist response to male violence against women. The essays in part one, "Genre Films," turn to film cycles in which violent women have routinely appeared. The essays in part two, "New Bonds and New Communities," analyze movies singly or in pairs to determine how women's movie brutality fosters solidarity amongst the characters or their audiences. All of the contributions look at films not simply in terms of whether they properly represent women or feminist principles, but also as texts with social contexts and possible uses in the re-construction of masculinity and femininity.

The Violent Woman

Author : Hilary Neroni
Publisher : State University of New York Press
ISBN 13 : 0791483649
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (914 download)

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Download or read book The Violent Woman written by Hilary Neroni and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2012-02-16 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at how violent women characters disrupt cinematic narrative and challenge cultural ideals.

Canadian Moving Picture Digest

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1016 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book Canadian Moving Picture Digest written by and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 1016 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Exhibitor

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1640 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book The Exhibitor written by and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 1640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some issues include separately paged sections: Better management, Physical theatre, extra profits; Review; Servisection.

Diversity, equity and inclusion in sport and leisure

Author : Katherine Dashper
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 131775140X
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (177 download)

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Download or read book Diversity, equity and inclusion in sport and leisure written by Katherine Dashper and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-01-08 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite the mythology of sport bringing people together and encouraging everyone to work collectively to success, modern sport remains a site of exclusionary practices that operate on a number of levels. Although sports participation is, in some cases at least, becoming more open and meritocratic, at the management level it remains very homogenous; dominated by western, white, middle-aged, able-bodied men. This has implications both for how sport develops and how it is experienced by different participant groups, across all levels. Critical studies of sport have revealed that, rather than being a passive mechanism and merely reflecting inequality, sport, via social agents’ interactions with sporting spaces, is actively involved in producing, reproducing, sustaining and indeed, resisting, various manifestations of inequality. The experiences of marginalised groups can act as a resource for explaining contemporary political struggles over what sport means, how it should be played (and by whom), and its place within wider society. Central to this collection is the argument that the dynamics of cultural identities are contextually contingent; influenced heavily by time and place and the extent to which they are embedded in the culture of their geographic location. They also come to function differently within certain sites and institutions; be it in one’s everyday routine or leisure pursuits, such as sport. Among the themes and issues explored by the contributors to this volume are: social inclusion and exclusion in relation to class, ‘race’ and ethnicity, gender and sexuality; social identities and authenticity; social policy, deviance and fandom. This book was published as a special issue of Sport in Society.

The Action and Adventure Cinema

Author : Yvonne Tasker
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134564945
Total Pages : 431 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (345 download)

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Download or read book The Action and Adventure Cinema written by Yvonne Tasker and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-08-19 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addressing areas such as genre, film history and style, action and spectacle, stars and bodies, action auteurs and the film industry, the reader covers both Hollywood and also European and Asian action cinema.

Action Chicks

Author : S. Inness
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1403981248
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book Action Chicks written by S. Inness and published by Springer. This book was released on 2004-01-16 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Xena, Buffy, Lara Croft. WWF, The Sopranos, Witchblade, La Femme Nikita. The women of pop culture are center stage and as tough as ever. Action Chicks is a groundbreaking collection highlighting the heroines we've grown to worship. What can they tell us about women in the Twent-first-century? What can they tell us about how popular culture depicts women? Do the characters escape traditional gender role expectations? Or do they adhere to sexual, racial, ethnic, and class stereotypes? The essays in Action Chicks provide fans with a new look at their favourite icons and their relationship to the popular media machine. A fascinating collection that's bound to stir up some excitement.

Fighting without Fighting

Author : Luke White
Publisher : Reaktion Books
ISBN 13 : 1789145341
Total Pages : 295 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (891 download)

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Download or read book Fighting without Fighting written by Luke White and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2022-07-11 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From classic Bruce Lee films to the comedies of Jackie Chan, a vibrant look at the enduring fascination with the kung fu cinema of Hong Kong. In the spring and summer of 1973, a wave of martial arts movies from Hong Kong—epitomized by Bruce Lee’s Enter the Dragon—smashed box-office records for foreign-language films in America and ignited a “kung fu craze” that swept the world. Fighting without Fighting explores this dramatic phenomenon, and it argues that, more than just a cinematic fad, the West’s sudden fascination with—and moral panic about—the Asian fighting arts left lasting legacies still present today. The book traces the background of the craze in the longer development of Hong Kong’s martial arts cinema. It discusses the key films in detail, as well as their popular reception and the debates they ignited, where kung fu challenged Western identities and raised anxieties about violence, both on and off-screen. And it examines the proliferation of ideas and images from these films in fields as diverse as popular music, superhero franchises, children’s cartoons, and contemporary art. Illuminating and accessible, Fighting without Fighting draws a vivid bridge between East and West.

Domestic Violence in Hollywood Film

Author : Diane L. Shoos
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319650645
Total Pages : 175 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Download or read book Domestic Violence in Hollywood Film written by Diane L. Shoos and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-12-19 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book to critically examine Hollywood films that focus on male partner violence against women. These films include Gaslight, Sleeping with the Enemy, What’s Love Got to Do with It, Dolores Claiborne, Enough, and Safe Haven. Shaped by the contexts of postfeminism, domestic abuse post-awareness, and familiar genre conventions, these films engage in ideological “gaslighting” that reaffirms our preconceived ideas about men as abusers, women as victims, and the racial and class politics of domestic violence. While the films purport to condemn abuse and empower abused women, this study proposes that they tacitly reinforce the very attitudes that we believe we no longer tolerate. Shoos argues that films like these limit not only popular understanding but also social and institutional interventions.

The Routledge Companion to Religion and Film

Author : John Lyden
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 0415448530
Total Pages : 518 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (154 download)

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Download or read book The Routledge Companion to Religion and Film written by John Lyden and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2009 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge Companion to Religion and Film brings together a lively and experienced team of contributors to investigate the ways in which this exciting discipline is developing.

Merry Murderers

Author : Zsófia Anna Toth
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1443832294
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (438 download)

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Download or read book Merry Murderers written by Zsófia Anna Toth and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2011-07-12 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the different trends and the various changes in the representational history of femmes fatales within twentieth century American culture. While providing precedents, discussing the Western cultural history of this iconic female figure, as well as presenting the cultural and theoretical debates surrounding ‘her,’ the major focus lies in Maurine Dallas Watkins’s story entitled Chicago and how its diachronic and transmedial revivals contributed to this debate and what kind of an interpretation it provided of the lethal woman. Through a cultural, historical, literary and cinematic excavation this book argues that the story of Chicago produces a unique kind of deathly woman figure: the farcical femme fatale by combining the traditionally tragic aspects with comic modes of discourse and (re)presentation. In addition to the theorization of the femme fatale within Western culture, the discussion of the comic as well as various comic genres and comic strategies of representation, Mikhail Bakhtin’s theory of the carnival and the carnivalesque is discussed in great detail – with an emphasis on scapegoating – as well as Judith Butler’s concept of gender performativity and Joan Riviere’s womanly masquerade in order to understand how the farcical femmes fatales of Chicago manage to get away with their sins and crimes. Additionally, the Vice of sixteenth century drama as well as the figure of the homme fatale are also taken under scrutiny since it is argued that, in the various versions of Chicago, we encounter farcical femmes fatales who are the minions of a modern(ized) Vice figure, and all their comic-grotesque performances and masquerades take place in the heterotopic space of the carnival. While also examining their historical and cultural contexts, the different versions of Chicago are investigated one by one starting from the original Chicago Tribune articles and ending in the 2002 film adaptation. This book reveals what strategies can be employed to justify the modification of the traditionally tragic scenario of the femme fatale. It is a scholarly work that is informative, thorough as well as entertaining.

Exhibitors Daily Review

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 816 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book Exhibitors Daily Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

There Will Always Be Boxing

Author : Thomas Hauser
Publisher : University of Arkansas Press
ISBN 13 : 1610756215
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book There Will Always Be Boxing written by Thomas Hauser and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2016, Booklist observed, “Thomas Hauser is a treasure. Whatever he writes is worth reading. Boxing is blessed that he has focused so much of his career on the sweet science.” There Will Always Be Boxing continues this tradition of excellence. A poignant look at Muhammad Ali—whose life was celebrated throughout the world following his death on June 3, 2016—highlights this collection of Hauser’s work. The year’s biggest fights are, as always, put in perspective. And once again, Hauser takes readers behind the scenes, giving them a seat at the table with boxing’s biggest power brokers as he reveals the inner workings of the sport and business of boxing. There Will Always Be Boxing is sure not to disappoint the readers, writers, and critics who look forward to Hauser’s annual collection of articles about the contemporary boxing scene. This collection shows, once again, why Hauser is one of the last real champions of boxing and one of the very best who has ever written about the sport.

THE HISTORY OF THE UFC BOOK 2

Author : James Bren
Publisher : Gregory Groves
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 494 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book THE HISTORY OF THE UFC BOOK 2 written by James Bren and published by Gregory Groves. This book was released on with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the heart of the Octagon with James Bren's comprehensive journey through "The History of the UFC - Book 2." As a follow-up to the acclaimed first volume, Bren once again takes readers on an exhilarating ride through three decades of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, capturing the essence of a sport that has transcended boundaries and become a global phenomenon. From the early days of the UFC, where pioneers tested their skills in a raw and unregulated arena, to the glitzy spectacles of sold-out arenas and global Pay-Per-View events, this book leaves no stone unturned. Bren masterfully navigates through the highs and lows, the triumphs and tribulations, documenting the evolution of mixed martial arts as told by the warriors who stepped into the cage. Relive iconic moments that shaped the UFC's narrative, from legendary title bouts to underdog stories that defy the odds. With meticulous detail, Bren delves into the stories behind every submission, knockout, and decision that echoed through the annals of UFC history. Witness the rise of fighters who became legends — from the early dominance of Royce Gracie to the era-defining presence of fighters like Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, Ronda Rousey, and Conor McGregor. Explore the intricacies of the sport through the tales of grit and determination, where fighters battled not only in the cage but against personal demons and adversities. "The History of the UFC - Book 2" is not just a recollection of events; it's an immersive experience that transports readers into the heart of the action. Through Bren's vivid storytelling, the Octagon comes alive, and the resilience, courage, and indomitable spirit of the fighters shine. This book is a celebration of the UFC community, where passionate fans contribute to the energy that fuels the sport. Whether you're a seasoned fan reliving the glory days or a newcomer eager to understand the roots of the UFC, this book caters to a diverse audience. As the final bell rings on this volume, the reader is left with a profound appreciation for the UFC's impact on sports, culture, and the human spirit. James Bren's "The History of the UFC - Book 2" is not just a book; it's a testament to the enduring legacy of a sport that continues to inspire generations. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the Octagon. The cage door is open — are you ready to step in?

Love and the Fighting Female

Author : Allison P. Palumbo
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 1476677395
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (766 download)

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Download or read book Love and the Fighting Female written by Allison P. Palumbo and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fighting female archetype--a self-reliant woman of great physical prowess--has become increasingly common in action films and on television. However, the progressive female identities of these narratives cannot always resist the persistent and problematic framing of male-female relationships as a battle of the sexes or other source of antagonism. Combining cultural analysis with close readings of key popular American film and television texts since the 1980s, this study argues that certain fighting female themes question regressive conventions in male-female relationships. Those themes reveal potentially progressive ideologies regarding female agency in mass culture that reassure audiences of the desirability of empowered women while also imagining egalitarian intimacies that further empower women. Overall, the fighting female narratives addressed here afford contradictory viewing pleasures that reveal both new expectations for and remaining anxieties about the "strong, independent woman" ideal that emerged in American popular culture post-feminism.

Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports

Author : Christopher R. Matthews
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 113743936X
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (374 download)

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Download or read book Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports written by Christopher R. Matthews and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-29 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume offers a wide-reaching overview of current academic research on women's participation in combat sports within a range of different national and trans-national contexts, detailing many of the struggles and opportunities experienced by women at various levels of engagement within sports such as boxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.

Fighting Scholars

Author : Raúl Sánchez García
Publisher : Anthem Press
ISBN 13 : 1783083468
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (83 download)

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Download or read book Fighting Scholars written by Raúl Sánchez García and published by Anthem Press. This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘Fighting Scholars’ offers the first book-length overview of the ethnographic study of martial arts and combat sports. The book’s main claim is that such activities represent privileged grounds to access different social dimensions, such as emotion, violence, pain, gender, ethnicity and religion. In order to explore these dimensions, the concept of ‘habitus’ is presented prominently as an epistemic remedy for the academic distant gaze of the effaced academic body. The book’s most innovative features are its empirical focus and theoretical orientation. While ethnographic research is a widespread and popular approach within the social sciences, combat sports and martial arts have yet to be sufficiently interrogated from an ethnographic standpoint. The different contributions of this volume are aligned within the same project that began to crystallize in Loïc Wacquant’s ‘Body and Soul’: the construction of a ‘carnal sociology’ that constitutes an exploration of the social world ‘from’ the body.