Celluloid Mavericks: A History of American Independent Film Making

Celluloid Mavericks: A History of American Independent Filmmaking documents this rich history, showing what it meant to be independent in the 1930s and what it means today. Author Greg Merritt distinguishes between indie and semi-indie productions, explores the genres represented under the independent umbrella, and addresses the question of what makes a movie independent -- its spirit or the budget backing the production. From one-reel flicks at the turn of the century to the blockbusters of the '90s, Celluloid Mavericks takes readers on a fascinating tour of the industry.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Published: 12/31/1999
ISBN: 9781560252320
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.58lbs
Size: 9.09h x 6.02w x 1.22d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 12/06/1999 pg. 60
Kirkus Review - Children 12/01/1999 pg. 1938
Library Journal 01/01/2000 pg. 114
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2000 pg. 163