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Dictionary of African Filmmakers

By Roy Armes

Book information

Year
2008
ISBN
0253351162, 9780253351166, 9780253000422
Open Library ID
OL10228971M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
9 MB (9451987 bytes)
Pages
416\417
Scanned
yes
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Compiled by eminent Africanist film scholar Roy Armes, Dictionary of African Filmmakers is an inclusive, comprehensive treatment of films and filmmaking on the African continent. The dictionary covers African feature filmmaking from the first locally produced films to today's thriving film industry, listing 5,415 films made by 1,253 filmmakers in 37 countries. Part 1 includes information on filmmakers and provides date and place of birth, training or film experience, other creative activities, and a list of feature films produced. Part 2 presents a national chronology, filmography, and bibliography for each country producing feature films. Part 3 indexes film titles and provides translations into English or French where appropriate. This book is an essential reference tool for anyone who wants to know more about the vibrant and exciting world of African film.

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