To my mind, Reina, one of the best sources on the topic is Robin Wood's updated book Hollywood from Vietnam to Reagan...and Beyond (2003, Columbia University Press), a stunning analysis of the American Democracy as Ideology.
As to the specific American Dream of success as upward class mobility and the notion that anyone can become president (the myth of Abe Lincoln), I will be interested in the other recommendations from our list.
Fascinating topic...
Professor Daniel Shaw
Department of Communication and Philosophy
Lock Haven University (570) 484-2052
Managing Editor, Film and Philosophy
"It wasn't the airplanes...it was Beauty killed the Beast."
King Kong
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Subject: [FILM-PHILOSOPHY] The American Dream as illusion in Film
Dear Colleagues (apologies for cross-posting)
I was wondering if the list can suggest some reading on the way in which US films seek to redefine the American Dream as an illusion since the 70s.
It would be much appreciated.
Many thanks and kindest regards
Reina
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