Film as Social Practice

This paperback edition is in used condition with visible wear typical of an ex-library book. The cover shows signs of wear with some stickers and markings. The binding remains intact, though the absence of a dust jacket is noted, as this is a paperback. Overall, it is a functional copy suitable for study or collection.

"Film as Social Practice" by Graeme Turner, published by Routledge in London and New York in 1999, is the third edition of a key text in film and cultural studies. This paperback edition, identified by ISBN 0-415-21595-9, continues to explore the role of film as a cultural artifact, examining its function within society as entertainment, narrative, and cultural event. The third edition includes updated discussions on contemporary films and debates in film narrative and theory, with new insights into the film industry and audience reception. Graeme Turner, a respected scholar in cultural studies, offers a comprehensive analysis that remains relevant to students and enthusiasts alike. This edition is particularly significant for its inclusion of new film stills and revised arguments reflecting recent developments. The book is ex-library, indicating previous use in a library setting, which may be of interest to collectors of academic texts.