Hollywood Cinema

Explore the films, figures, aesthetics, and cultural histories that have shaped the world’s most influential film industry, Hollywood. Comprised of 42 titles, this collection provides invaluable resources for students, researchers, and scholars, covering blockbuster trends, star studies, studio-era legacies, film music, adaptation, representation, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from Hollywood’s past and present.

These titles were originally published under Rowman & Littlefield's renowned imprints including Applause, Scarecrow Press, Limelight, and Lexington Books.

Landmark Films and Iconic Stars

Critical studies and in-depth histories examining iconic works, major stars, and era-defining productions within Hollywood cinema:

Representation, Identity, and Social Contexts

Titles exploring how Hollywood constructs and contests ideas of race, gender, language, politics, and national identity:

Industry, Aesthetics, and Production Practices

Research-driven analyses of Hollywood’s industrial structures, creative labour, and evolving visual and narrative techniques:

Reference Works & Comprehensive Guides

An indispensable selection of reference titles supporting historical and contextual research: