Korean horror cinema

by Peirse, Alison

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This volume defines the national genre of Korean Horror from gothic horror to monster movies. The fifteen chapters provide an overview from canonical works and contemporary films on to issues of transnational cinema. In addition to analysis of specific films, the book tackles the role of folklore and themes of national identity, Korea's relationship with the West, Orientalism, and postcolonialism. The production, distribution and audience reception of Korean Horror is also discussed throughout …

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  • Full title :Korean horror cinema / Alison Peirse.

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This volume defines the national genre of Korean Horror from gothic horror to monster movies. The fifteen chapters provide an overview from canonical works and contemporary films on to issues of transnational cinema. In addition to analysis of specific films, the book tackles the role of folklore and themes of national identity, Korea's relationship with the West, Orientalism, and postcolonialism. The production, distribution and audience reception of Korean Horror is also discussed throughout to provide a rounded picture of the industry. Key features: Covers films from 1960 to present day, discussing case studies focussing on most significant and popular films. Includes discussion of North Korean cinema.

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  • Publication Date:2012.

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  • Description:XV, 240 Seiten

Edition Identifiers

  • oclc:ocn844045820
  • Dewey Decimal:791.409

Subjects

Aufsatzsammlung Geschichte 1960 Horrorfilm Korea

Writers

Peirse, Alison

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