History goes to the movies
Subtitle: a viewer's guide to some of the best (and some of the worst) historical films ever made
By: Joseph Roquemore.
Publisher: Main Street Books; Main Street Books/Doubleday
Published: 1999
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 374
Subjects: Historical films -- History and criticism
Description: "History Goes to the Movies separates fact from fiction for more than three hundred important historical films, in the process enhancing both viewing pleasure and historical understanding." "For every film, a detailed essay is provided describing the historical context and events portrayed, a brief plot summary, and an assessment of the movie's accuracy and entertainment value, concluding with suggestions for further reading and viewing." "Comprehensive, entertaining, scrupulously researched, and often bracingly opinionated, History Goes to the Movies will turn your VCR into a clear (and accurate) window on all human history. For every moviegoer who has wondered, "Did that really happen?" - here at last is the answer."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.