Sex and Violence examines the history and social dynamics of film censorship in the United States. It examines censorship controversies throughout film history, from the beginning of cinema in the 189
In this history of film censorship in America Pollard (social science, National University, San Jose, CA) does discuss the sex and violence of the title. But his real focus is on the rationales behind
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and the subsequent US-led invasions of Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003 profoundly affected all aspects of society, including cinema. Or did they? Even
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and the subsequent US-led invasions of Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003 profoundly affected all aspects of society, including cinema. Or did they? Even
The author examines the socio/political roles vampires play in popular culture, as sexual seducers, monsters, protectors, and drainers of energy. He defines vampires and details their role in history,
