When the Movies Mattered

Step back into a pivotal time in American cinema with When the Movies Mattered, edited by Jonathan Kirshner and Jon Lewis. Published in 2019 by Cornell University Press, this engaging paperback features insights from ten prominent contributors who delve into the iconic New Hollywood era of the 1960s and 1970s. With 277 pages of thought-provoking analysis, this book captures the essence of a transformative period in motion pictures, exploring the social aspects that influenced filmmaking and the industry at large. A must-read for film enthusiasts and scholars alike, When the Movies Mattered invites readers to reconsider the impact and legacy of cinema when it truly mattered. Discover how these classic films shaped American culture and continue to resonate today.