Slums on Screen

Discover the captivating exploration of urban life through cinema in Slums on Screen by Igor Krstić. Published by Edinburgh University Press in 2016, this engaging hardcover edition spans 288 pages and delves into the rich history of films that portray the often-overlooked stories within slums and shantytowns around the globe. From the groundbreaking work of Jacob Riis in How The Other Half Lives (1890) to the poignant narrative of Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire (2008), Krstić offers a compelling analysis of how these films both document and fictionalize the realities of life in marginalized communities. With an insightful examination of the social aspects of motion pictures, this book is essential for filmmakers, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the intersection of film and society. Explore the motivations, narratives, and artistic interpretations that illuminate our world’s 'planet of slums'!