The Content of Motion Pictures (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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What do movies show, and how do they shape young viewers? This early, influential study examines the content of hundreds of motion pictures and what they might teach children and teens. It explains how researchers analyzed themes, settings, crime, romance, and other elements to understand movies’ impact on youth.

This edition presents the scope of the project, the methods used by a team of scholars, and the kinds of findings that arise when movies are looked at as a large cultural influence. It aims to help parents, teachers, and policy makers think about what is shown on screen and how it may affect attitudes and behavior.

• Clear, practical discussion of themes and scenes that appeared across thousands of films.


• Explanations of how audiences, including minors, engage with movie content.


• Discussion of crime portrayal, violence, romance, and social norms in early film.


• Considerations for education, media literacy, and guiding conversations with young viewers.

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