Provides an insightful take on modern American cinema's relations with, and influence on Reagan, Clinton, and Bush administrations. The author tells the story of the corporate take-over of the movies in the 1970s, and the subsequent transformation of Hollywood into the dominant force in the global media industry.
Ben Dickenson is a film writer and journalist and has a Master's degree in Film and Television from the University of Westminster.
'The book is a rollercoaster ride, clambering up and plummeting down through wit, intelligence, pessimism and then shuddering to a reassuring halt with hope for the future.' 'Dickenson's work is a must read for anyone interested in media, culture and political activism. 'The Morning Star, 5th December 2005. Review by Nicola Lalaguna (her 'Pick') 'Dickenson's book gives an activist-eye view of the issues, with a wealth of interviews and a survey of reviews and articles.'Socialist Review, December 2005. Review by Louis Bayman 'Hollywood's New Radicalism intelligently documents the subsequent interplay of commercial agendas and American political retrenchment.' - Freedom Magazine 'A thought-provoking and thoroughly entertaining read.' - The Crack Magazine 'Ben Dickenson is a believer, in both the power of cinema and the potential for political change.' - Irish Times
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