Gods and monsters

thirty years of writing on film and culture from one of America's most incisive writers

Pages: 362
Published: 2004
Language: English

Synopsis

This book offers a critical look at Hollywood's evolution over three decades, seen through the career of journalist and film critic Peter Biskind. It explores the industry's landscape, from its eccentric figures to its occasional geniuses, and how they shaped American culture. The narrative also examines the lingering effects of McCarthyism, the counterculture, and the New Hollywood on the film world, featuring detailed accounts of figures like Martin Scorsese and Robert Redford.