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Book Synopsis: In The Girl from God's Country, Kay Armatage reintroduces film studies scholars to Nell Shipman, a pioneer in both Canadian and American film, and one of proportionately numerous women from Hollywood's silent era who wrote, directed, produced, and acted in motion pictures. Born and raised in British Columbia, Shipman became a contract actress for Vitagraph Studios, starring in God's Country and the Woman (1915) and Back to God's Country (1919), among other films. These action-packed adventure melodramas, in which the heroine is called upon to rescue her husband and defeat the villain, were immensely successful. Later, Shipman started up her own production company to make films centred on her screen persona, 'the girl from God's country.' By the mid 1920s, however, the formation of the large Hollywood studios and vertical integration closed down the independents, Shipman among them. Nevertheless, she continued writing until her death in 1970.
Through the use of social history, feminist film theory, and biography, Armatage creates a portrait of a woman film pioneer. Using Shipman's working life as a window to the profession, Armatage explores the position of women in modernism, the developing film industry, and cinematic practice of the 1920s. The Girl from God's Country also contextualizes Shipman's work within the development of Hollywood as a locus of artistic production and in relation to women filmmakers from Europe, Australia, Russia and the United States. Armatage brings Shipman back to life in this important book.
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Are you a film enthusiast looking to dive deep into the rich history of silent cinema? Look no further than "The Girl from God's Country: Nell Shipman and the Silent Cinema". This captivating book, written by Kay Armatage, takes you on a journey through the life and contributions of Nell Shipman, a remarkable pioneer in Canadian and American film.
Step into the world of adventure melodramas, where Shipman's screen persona as 'the girl from God's country' takes center stage. Her action-packed films, such as "God's Country and the Woman" and "Back to God's Country", were a massive hit during Hollywood's silent era. A woman ahead of her time, Shipman not only acted but also wrote, directed, and produced these groundbreaking movies.
Through this compelling book, you'll not only discover Shipman's remarkable journey but also gain a deeper understanding of the position of women in modernism, the development of the film industry, and the cinematic practices of the roaring 1920s. Kay Armatage skillfully weaves social history, feminist film theory, and biography together to create a comprehensive portrait of this female film pioneer.
As you delve into the pages of "The Girl from God's Country", you'll also explore the significance of Hollywood as a hub of artistic production. Armatage contextualizes Shipman's work within the larger landscape of women filmmakers from Europe, Australia, Russia, and the United States. It's a fascinating glimpse into the global impact of women in early cinema.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of film history. Immerse yourself in the captivating story of Nell Shipman and her contributions to the silent cinema. Order your copy of "The Girl from God's Country: Nell Shipman and the Silent Cinema" today and embark on a journey that will inform, inspire, and entertain.
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