The atomic bomb in Japanese cinema : critical essays /

This collection of new essays explores the cultural aftermath of the bombings and its expression in Japanese cinema. The contributors take on a number of complex issues, including the suffering of the survivors (hibakusha), the fear of future holocausts and the danger of nuclear warfare. Exclusive i...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Edwards, Matthew, 1978-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2015]
Subjects:	Nuclear warfare in motion pictures. Atomic bomb victims in motion pictures. Motion pictures > Japan > History and criticism. Motion picture producers and directors > Interviews.

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Summary:	This collection of new essays explores the cultural aftermath of the bombings and its expression in Japanese cinema. The contributors take on a number of complex issues, including the suffering of the survivors (hibakusha), the fear of future holocausts and the danger of nuclear warfare. Exclusive interviews with critically acclaimed directors are included.
Physical Description:	viii, 288 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:	9780786479122 (softcover : acid-free paper) 0786479124 (softcover : acid-free paper)