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The British Film Catalogue

by Denis Gifford

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Publisher:Routledge
Published:2018-10-24
Pages:1120
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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The standard work on its subject, this resource includes every traceable British entertainment film from the inception of the silent cinema to the present day. Now, this new edition includes a wholly original second volume devoted to non-fiction and documentary film--an area in which the British film industry has particularly excelled. All entries throughout this third edition have been revised, and coverage has been extended through 1994.Together, these two volumes provide a unique, authoritati

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This comprehensive reference work stands as the definitive guide to British cinema, cataloging every traceable entertainment film from the silent era through 1994 with meticulous detail. The newly expanded third edition significantly broadens its scope by introducing a dedicated second volume for non-fiction and documentary filmmakingโ€”an area where British cinema has historically excelled. All entries have been thoroughly revised and updated, creating an unparalleled research tool for film historians and enthusiasts seeking authoritative documentation of Britain's cinematic output across both narrative and factual filmmaking traditions.

What distinguishes this resource is its exhaustive coverage of both commercial entertainment and the often-overlooked realm of documentary production, providing a complete picture of British film heritage in a single reference set. Film scholars, programmers, and serious cinema buffs will find this an indispensable companion for research, curation, and discovery of lesser-known works. The systematic organization and rigorous scholarship make this catalogue an essential foundation for anyone mapping the landscape of British visual culture throughout the twentieth century.

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