Chinese movie magazines - From Charlie Chaplin to Chairman Mao 1921-1951 - Beau Livre

Showcasing an exotic, eclectic array of covers from more chan 500 movie-publications from a glamorous bygone age, Chinese Movie Magazines sheds fresh light on China's film industry from its early years through the highs and lows of a period of incredible socal, political and economic change. With expertly curated covers and authoritative, edifying and entertaining commentary collector extraordinaire and specialist on Chinese cinema Paul Fonoroff guides you though the jewels of the genre, offering unique insights into the evolution of Chinese movies and the influence of Hollywood along the way.
From the oldest extant Chinese movie magazine-established in 1921 - to the last privately owned fanzine of 1951, from a colourful Charlie Chaplin to earnest portraits of Chaiman, Mao, Chinese movie magazines oozes cult status and is a must-have for the every cinesta, sinologist, graphic, designer and pop vulture.