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Routledge Popular Cinema and Politics in South India - MGR and Rajinikanth

Name: Popular Cinema and Politics in South India - MGR and Rajinikanth
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This groundbreaking work examines the intersection of South Indian cinema and politics through an in-depth analysis of MGR and Rajinikanth's public, private and cinematic identities. Published by Routledge, the book deconstructs popular myths surrounding these iconic figures whilst tracing the political history of post-Independent Tamil Nadu through film. The author presents a unique psycho-political and cultural examination of contemporary South India, revealing how on-screen and off-screen personas shape public perception and political discourse. Essential reading for film scholars, cinema historians and anyone seeking to understand how South Indian cinema has influenced and reflected the region's political landscape and cultural evolution.

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Examines MGR and Rajinikanth's private, public and cinematic personas through original analytical frameworks.

Challenges established scholarly myths about these South Indian cinema icons with incisive critical analysis.

Traces the complete political history of Tamil Nadu since Independence through the lens of South Indian film.

Offers a psycho-political and cultural map of contemporary South India based on cinema studies.

Published by Routledge India, providing academic credibility for film studies and South Asian research.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138822035
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Film > World Cinema > Asia
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 05 February 2015
Listed Since: 23 May 2014

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