by R.M. Hayes · McFarland & Company · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780786409341
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This book provides a comprehensive filmography of the serials produced by Republic Pictures Corporation between 1934 and 1955. Known as Hollywood's "Thrill Factory," the studio was instrumental in the popularity of Saturday matinee serials. The work includes full production credits, release dates, chapter titles, running times, sound systems, and detailed cast lists, along with an essay on the development of the American serial and the history of the studio.
Written by R.M. Hayes, this volume is an essential reference for film historians and enthusiasts of Hollywood's golden age. With an academic and detailed approach, it documents nearly 70 serials, providing deep insight into one of the most iconic forms of 20th-century entertainment.
