Routledge Coronavirus Capitalism Goes to the Cinema Book

Explore the connection between modern film and global economics with Coronavirus Capitalism Goes to the Cinema. Part of the Routledge Advances in Sociology series, this book uses big budget films to examine the social, political, and economic landscapes shaped by the COVID-19 crisis. By analyzing popular titles like Avengers: Endgame, Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood, 1917, and Parasite, the text offers a deep look into neoliberal society during times of crisis. It provides a framework for understanding the world before and during the pandemic, offering lessons for progressive politics in a post-pandemic age. This work connects cinematic storytelling with the theories of influential thinkers such as Karl Marx, Naomi Klein, Noam Chomsky, and Emma Goldman. It is an essential read for students and readers interested in how cinema reflects the struggles of our current era.