{"product_id":"9788483529041","title":"Secret History of Hollywood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSecret History of Hollywood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that many classic films hide secret messages that shaped the 20th century? This monumental work decodes hundreds of the most famous films to reveal the connections between the big screen and reality. Through a deep analysis, the author shows how films anticipated historical events and how the lives of stars became intertwined with the characters they played. A fascinating journey that will change the way you watch movies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work proposes an alternative study of film history, focused on deciphering the codes and hidden messages in hundreds of iconic films. The author maintains that cinema not only reflected, but also anticipated and helped build the 20th century and the early years of the 21st. Through a detailed analysis, the enormous similarities between the biographies of Hollywood stars and the roles they played are explored, revealing surprising connections. Figures such as Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth, Woody Allen, Stanley Kubrick, Steven Spielberg, Alfred Hitchcock, Angelina Jolie, and Marlon Brando are examined under this new light, offering an unprecedented perspective on the entertainment industry and its impact on society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding hidden messages in classic and contemporary films.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship between the personal lives of Hollywood stars and the characters they played.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of how cinema anticipated and shaped historical events of the 20th and 21st centuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSymbolic and profound interpretation of the filmography of iconic directors and actors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConnections between cinematic fiction and social, political, and cultural reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at passionate cinephiles who seek to go beyond the simple plot and discover the hidden layers of movies. It will also interest fans of contemporary history, the sociology of culture, and those who enjoy theories and surprising connections between art and real life. It is ideal for readers who want a critical and revealing vision of the Hollywood industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA new perspective for reinterpreting well-known films, discovering hidden meanings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnexpected connections between the biographies of actors and directors and the roles they played.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA critical vision of cinema as a tool for anticipating and constructing historical reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and documented analysis of hundreds of films that will enrich your cinematic culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Palacios, Rafael (Rafapal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: MANDALA EDICIONES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: FILM GUIDES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 410\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 738 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecret History of Hollywood is an ambitious and original proposal that invites us to rethink cinema from an almost detective-like perspective. Its main appeal lies in the abundance of examples and connections it offers, making it a stimulating read for those who seek an analysis that is deeper than usual. Although its approach may prove controversial to some, it undoubtedly provides a unique perspective that will enrich the debate on the seventh art and its influence on the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MANDALA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407746064731,"sku":"9788483529041","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848352904.jpg?v=1781858705","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788483529041","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}