Nihilism in film and television : a critical overview, Citizen Kane to The Sopranos /
"This book explores the idea of nihilism (a pervading attitude that nothing matters), as introduced by German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, through its appearance in modern popular culture. The author defines and reflects upon nihilism and explores its manifestation in film and TV"--Pro...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Jefferson, N.C. :
McFarland & Co.,
[2006]
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| Online Access: | Table of contents |
| Summary: | "This book explores the idea of nihilism (a pervading attitude that nothing matters), as introduced by German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, through its appearance in modern popular culture. The author defines and reflects upon nihilism and explores its manifestation in film and TV"--Provided by publisher. |
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| Physical Description: | ix, 216 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-207) and index. |
| ISBN: | 0786425474 (softcover : alk. paper) |