Explore the enchanting world of Hollywood romantic comedy with this insightful book, perfect for academics and enthusiasts alike. This meticulously researched piece, published by Manchester University Press in 2006, delves into the evolution of couple representations in cinema from 1934 to 1965, addressing themes such as marriage, equality, and desire. Authored by Kathrina Glitre, the book moves past traditional screwball comedy explorations to present a comprehensive analysis of three iconic star couples: Myrna Loy and William Powell, Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, and Doris Day and Rock Hudson.

With detailed examinations of various comedy genres including screwball, career woman, and sex comedies, this book analyzes cultural discourses surrounding heterosexuality, romantic relationships, and gender roles. Glitre's insights on conventions like masquerade, gender inversion, and the universally loved happy ending provide a nuanced perspective that elevates understanding of the Hollywood romantic comedy genre.

This seminal work is an essential read for college students, academic researchers, and anyone passionate about the intersections of gender, culture, and representation in film. Don't miss your chance to enrich your understanding of Hollywood's romantic narratives!

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ISBN: 9780719070792
Year: 2006
Publisher: Manchester University Press

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719070792
Year: 2006
Publisher: Manchester University Press


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This book explores the changing representation of the couple, focusing on themes of marriage, equality and desire. Kathrina Glitre moves beyond the usual screwball territory to consider cycles of production from 1934-65. The central concern with the representation of the couple is distinctive and includes discussion of three star couples: Myrna Loy and William Powell, Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, and Doris Day and Rock Hudson.

Glitre offers explanations of genre, as well as detailed analysis of screwball comedy, career woman comedy and sex comedy. Each cycle is placed into context to analyse cultural discourses around heterosexuality, gender, romance and love. This structure also enables a more sophisticated understanding of such conventions as masquerade, gender inversion and the happy ending.

The book will appeal to university students and academics working on genre, gender, culture and representation, and anyone with a keen interest in Hollywood romantic comedy. -- .