Examines the development of the war film genre, from early works such as Ben Hur to realistic modern war films such as Saving Private Ryan.

Wars have played a momentous role in shaping the course of human history. The ever-present specter of conflict has made it an enduring topic of interest in popu

The immediacy and perceived truth of the visual image, as well as film and television's ability to propel viewers back into the past, place the genre of the his

The Return of the Epic Film offers a fresh way of thinking about a body of films which has dominated our screens for a decade. With contributions from top schol

War has had a powerful impact on the film industry, while at the same time motion pictures can influence wartime behaviour & shape our perception of the histori