This Is Spinal Tap

by Ethan de Seife

A documentary, a mockumentary, indeed a rockumentary--Rob Reiner's phony road movie following the exploits of a fictional heavy metal band has long been celebrated as a comedy landmark. This book is the first attempt to provide a sustained critical appraisal of the film's success, addressing general cinephiles and devoted Tapheads alike. The study considers the film within the context of cult cinema, real and mock documentaries, Hollywood comedies...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 190567449X
• ISBN13: 9781905674497
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Wallflower Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.5" x 6.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher