Halloween Youth Cinema and the Horrors of Growing Up |
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| Author:
| Bernard, Mark |
| Series title: | Cinema and Youth Cultures Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-351-73415-8 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2019 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
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| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Book Format: | Digital (delivered electronically) |
| List Price: | USD $22.95 |
Book Description:
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This book explores the multi-dimensional nature of "youth" in Halloween by looking at the film in relation to youth-focused horror films that came before and after it. The book also illustrates how the film offers complex portrayals not only of teenagers, but also pre-adolescents and young adults.
This book explores the multi-dimensional nature of "youth" in Halloween by looking at the film in relation to youth-focused horror films that came before and after it. The book also illustrates how the film offers complex portrayals not only of teenagers, but also pre-adolescents and young adults.