9781493074396

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9781493077441

"In a publishing partnership with True West Magazine, Henry C. Parke brings together previously published content as well as some new material in a single package for True West readers and lovers of the "Greatest Westerns" alike"-- Provided by publisher.

"The Greatest Westerns Ever Made and the People Who Made Them provides an eclectic review of the Western film and television genre, from John Ford's classic, black and white films, to Deadwood and indie darlings. Screenwriter Henry C. Parke presents a nuanced look at Hollywood's dramatization of historic events, the common themes and archetypes of Western movies, and the characters we love (and sometimes love to hate). This book also features essays and interviews with influential Western filmmakers, character actors, the women of Western films (in front of and behind the cameras), and the Native American perspective on Western films and Hollywood's portrayal of Native American people"-- Provided by publisher.

The classics

The stars-mainly film

The stars-mainly television

The second generation

The characters-good and bad

The filmmakers

The writers

The women of the Westerns-on both sides of the camera

The classic television Westerns-old and new

The Indian American perspective

The new Westerns

Not your all-American, lily-white Westerns

The wide world of Westerns.

Western films > History and criticism.

Western television programs > History and criticism.