John Ford's Westerns: A Thematic Analysis, with a Filmography

by William Darby and William Darby

Book Overview

John Ford's early Westerns reflect an optimistic view of society and individual capacity; as his thematic vision evolved, he became more resigned to the limitations of humanity. His thematic evolution was evident in other films, but was best shown in his Westerns, with their stark depictions of the human condition. Ford's sound Westerns and his major silent films are compared in this work, revealing how his creative genius changed over time. A...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786429542
• ISBN13: 9780786429547
• Release Date: August 2006
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 317 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher