ABSTRACT

This set is one of the cornerstones of film scholarship, and one of the most important works on twentieth century British culture. Published between 1948 and 1985, the volumes document all aspects of film making in Britain from its origins in 1896 to 1939.
Rachael Low pioneered the interpretation of films in their context, arguing that to understand films it was necessary to establish their context. Her seven volumes are an object lesson in meticulous research, lucid analysis and accessible style, and have become the benchmark in film history.

part One|131 pages

The Industry

part 1|2 pages

Introduction to Part I

chapter One|45 pages

The Industry and the Public

chapter Two|34 pages

Rationalization of the Industry

chapter Three|49 pages

Production

part Two|128 pages

The Films

part 2|3 pages

Introduction to Part II

chapter Four|22 pages

Factual Films

chapter Five|16 pages

Humorous Films

chapter Six|40 pages

Dramatic Films

chapter Seven|25 pages

Analysis of Three Films

chapter Eight|21 pages

Aesthetic Developmen