‘The contributors supply skilful overviews of the major critical approaches’ Sight and Sound May 1998 international coverage ranges from pre-1930s Europe to contemporary ‘Bollywood’ musicals; first class range of contributors from North America, Europe, Australia and Asia; many chapters specially commissioned; emphasis throughout on critical concepts, methods and debates; learning aids include chapter summaries, critiques of individual films and further reading This text is an ideal course companion for undergraduate students studying film, media studies, cultural studies and literary theory. It is especially relevant to 2nd and 3rd year students taking options in World cinema, European cinema, and the impact of changing technologies.