Film and the classical epic tradition
Paul, JoannaAuthor
Paul explores the relationship between films set in the ancient world and the classical epic tradition, arguing that there is a connection between the genres. Through this careful consideration of how epic manifests itself through different periods and cultures, we learn how cinema makes a claim to be a modern vehicle for a very ancient tradition.
Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Paul explores the relationship between films set in the ancient world and the classical epic tradition, arguing that there is a connection between the genres. Through this careful consideration of how epic manifests itself through different periods and cultures, we learn how cinema makes a claim to be a modern vehicle for a very ancient tradition.
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Epic films
Civilization, Ancient, in motion pictures
Epic literature
Motion pictures and literature
Latin literature
Greek literature
Music, Dance, Drama & Film
Film