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Explore how farce functions as both entertainment and social commentary in contemporary cinema with this in-depth analysis published by Routledge. This scholarly examination investigates the role of comedic exaggeration and absurdist humour across international film productions, offering film scholars, students, and enthusiasts a comprehensive understanding of farce as a genre. The book bridges serious film theory with the mechanics of laughter, revealing how directors employ farcical elements to critique culture and politics. Essential reading for anyone studying comedy genres, film aesthetics, or global cinema trends, this Routledge publication provides critical frameworks for analysing how contemporary filmmakers use farce to address serious themes through humorous narratives.

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Contemporary Farce on the Global Stage examines farce as a film genre across multiple international cinematic contexts.

Published by Routledge, a leading academic press specialising in media and film studies publications.

Combines film theory with practical analysis of how farce functions as both entertainment and social critique.

Suitable for film students, scholars, and general readers interested in comedy genres and cinema analysis.

Explores the relationship between serious themes and comedic exaggeration in contemporary global cinema.

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09 April 2024
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