The Cinema of Isolation: A History of Physical Disability in the Movies

by Martin F. Norden

Book Overview

Filmmakers have often encouraged us to regard people with physical disabilities in terms of pity, awe, humor, or fearas "Others" who somehow deserve to be isolated from the rest of society. In this first history of the portrayal of physical disability in the movies, Martin Norden examines hundreds of Hollywood movies (and notable international ones), finds their place within mainstream society, and uncovers the movie industry's practices for maintaining...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813521041
• ISBN13: 9780813521046
• Release Date: September 1994
• Publisher: Rutgers University Press
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

A thought provoking look at disability and film

Norden's review of disability and film fills a gap in media studies. Insightful and well written.