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The Poe cinema
The Poe cinema: a critical filmography of theatrical releases based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe
by Don G. Smith
Publisher: Jefferson, NC : McFarland & Co., c1999.
ISBN: 0786404531   DDC: 791.436   LCC: PS2625   Edition: (case binding : alk. paper)

Summary:

"Since 1908, no fewer than 80 films from 13 countries have been based
on or inspired by Poe's writings. This critical filmography examines
them all, providing cast, credits and technical data; a plot
synopsis; background information about the film's quality and its
filmmakers; appraisals of each film's quality and its faithfulness as
an adaptation; and summaries of previous criticism."--BOOK JACKET.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 293-300) and index.

Classification:

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Dewey Class: 791.436 -- Public performances
LCC Number: PS2625

Book Details:

Language: eng
Physical Description: vii, 307 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Edition Info: (case binding : alk. paper)

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