Description
During the 1980s, popular fear of World War III spurred moviemakers to produce dozens of nuclear threat films. Categories ranged from monster movies to post-apocalyptic adventures to realistic depictions of nuclear war and its immediate aftermath.
Coverage of atomic angst films isn't new, but this is the first book to solely analyze 1980s nuclear threat movies as a group. Entries range from classics such as The Day After and WarGames to obscurities such as Desert Warrior and Massive Retaliation. Chronological coverage of the 121 films released between 1980 and 1990 includes production details, chapter notes, and critical commentaries.
Author: Mike Bogue
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Published: 10/26/2023
Pages: 269
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.90h x 6.80w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781476691015
ISBN10: 1476691010
BISAC Categories:
- Performing Arts | Film | History & Criticism
- History | Military | Nuclear Warfare