"... a model of genre criticism and probably the best overall analysis of the film musical to date." Journal of Popular Films and Television "The American Film

This revealing history of the American film musical synthesizes the critical literature on the genre and provides a series of close analytical readings of iconi

The musical has been called "the most popular form of entertainment in the world." This work examines the subjects, themes, and contemporary relevance of Hollyw

A History of the American Musical narrates the evolution of the film musical genre, discussing its influences and how it has come to be defined; the first text