Decline of Sentiment

Discover the fascinating evolution of American cinema during the jazz age with Decline of Sentiment by Lea Jacobs. Published in 2008, this insightful paperback spans 374 pages and delves into the significant shifts in film taste that shaped the industry from 1918 to 1939. Jacobs meticulously documents the films and genres that were deemed outdated, alongside those that were celebrated as groundbreaking. Explore the creative contributions of iconic filmmakers like Erich von Stroheim, Charlie Chaplin, Ernst Lubitsch, and Monta Bell, as she unravels the intricate relationship between melodrama and motion pictures in the United States. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of film and the cultural transformations of the inter-war period. Enhance your understanding of cinema's past with this engaging and informative guide.