Authors: Vinod Mahindru & Jonathan Gems
Who killed British cinema? It’s a good question – especially since us Brits used to have the second biggest film industry in the world and now it is practically non-existent – and one that gets explored with real vigour in this interesting and well put-together book.
It brings forth a mix of opinions whilst examining theories that could very well explain the ‘death’ of British cinema. Not only is it refreshingly honest, but it is also very detailed, as it is richly supported by intriguing stats and thought-provoking quotes from credible individuals from the film industry (taken from pre-arranged interviews). Because of this there is real insight within the copy, and as it has been thoroughly researched, you can find out more about the history of British cinema and its unfortunate decline in a succinct way – you don’t have to pore over lengthy textbooks or wordy theories to grasp the timeline of events.
Overall, this makes for a riveting read that unpicks the political and cultural factors influencing media production and development over the decades, and if you are a film buff, you will particularly enjoy this in-depth piece of non-fiction. It even comes with a list of must-see British films!
> Hannah Montgomery
Who Killed British Cinema?
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