A Companion to Steven Spielberg

A Companion to Steven Spielberg provides an authoritative collection of essays exploring the achievements and legacy of one of the most influential film directors of the modern era.

• Offers comprehensive coverage of Spielberg’s directorial output, from early works including Duel, The Sugarland Express, and Jaws, to recent films
• Explores Spielberg’s contribution to the development of visual effects and computer games, as well as the critical and popular reception of his films
• Topics include in-depth analyses of Spielberg’s themes, style, and filming techniques; commercial and cultural significance of the Spielberg ‘brand’ and his parallel career as a producer; and collaborative projects with artists and composers
• Brings together an international team of renowned scholars and emergent voices, balancing multiple perspectives and critical approaches
• Creates a timely and…