Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
The 21st century superhero The 21st century superhero Richard J. Gray,Betty Kaklamanidou "These ten critical essays explore the phenomenon of the superhero film in the 21st century through the lens of numerous academic disciplines, and cover topics such as the role of globalization in th… OL15936931W
Of muscles and men Of muscles and men Michael G. Cornelius "Few movie genres have highlighted the male body more effectively than the "sword-and-sandal" film, where the rippling torso and the bulging muscle are displayed for all to appreciate. Carrying his u… OL16190776W
Masculinity in Vietnam War narratives Masculinity in Vietnam War narratives Brenda M. Boyle "This book examines the ways in which the war and its accompanying movements greatly altered traditional American conceptions of masculinity. Finally, the book illustrates how, decades later, the mas… OL18571762W
Masculinity in the interracial buddy film Masculinity in the interracial buddy film Melvin Burke Donalson "This work analyzes the interracial relationships, the heterosexual masculine roles within the films and the various genres in which the buddy film has surfaced. The book is arranged in six chapters,… OL4972879W