Stagecoach is one of the classics of Hollywood cinema. Made in 1939, it revitalized the Western genre, served as a milestone in John Ford's career, and made John Wayne a star. This volume offers a rich overview of the film in essays by six leading film critics. Approaching Stagecoach from a variety of critical perspectives, they place the film within the contexts of authorship, genre, American history and culture. Also examined are the film's commentary on race, class, gender and democracy, while remaining attentive to the film's artistry.
Über den Autor Barry Keith (Hrsg.) Grant
Barry Keith Grant is professor emeritus of film studies at Brock University, Ontario, Canada. He is author or editor of many books, including Fritz Lang: Interviews, published by University Press of Mississippi, and his work has appeared in numerous anthologies and journals. An Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, he serves as the editor of the film and media studies list for Wayne State University Press.