SKU: 39155114014

Superheroes, Movies, and the State: How the U.S. Government Shapes Cinematic Universes

Sale price$26.47 Regular price$29.41
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $7.35 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Sep 19 - Sep 24

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Superheroes, Movies, and the State: How the U.S. Government Shapes Cinematic UniversesTricia Jenkins and Tom Secker deliver a highly original exploration of how the government entertainment complex has influenced the world's most popular movie genre superhero films. Superheroes, Movies, and the State sets a new standard for exploring the government Hollywood relationship as it persuasively documents the critical role different government agencies have played in shaping characters, stories, and even the ideas behind the hottest

Tricia Jenkins and Tom Secker deliver a highly original exploration of how the government-entertainment complex has influenced the world's most popular movie genre--superhero films. Superheroes, Movies, and the State sets a new standard for exploring the government-Hollywood relationship as it persuasively documents the critical role different government agencies have played in shaping characters, stories, and even the ideas behind the hottest entertainment products. Jenkins and Secker cover a wide range of US government and quasi-governmental agencies who act to influence the content of superhero movies, including the Department of Defense, the National Academy of Sciences' Science and Entertainment Exchange and, to a lesser extent, the FBI and the CIA.

Superheroes, Movies, and the State deploys a thematic framework to analyze how five of the key themes of our time--militarism, political radicalism and subversion, the exploration of space, the role of science and technology, and representation and identity--manifest in the superhero genre, and the role of the government in molding narratives around these topics. The book includes interviews with both producers and influencer insiders and covers a wide range of superhero products, from 1970s TV shows up to the most recent movie and TV releases, including the first major analysis of the hit Amazon show The Boys. In addition, it is the first deep exploration of NASA's Hollywood office and the first detailed account of the role of the Science and Entertainment Exchange, which has worked on thousands of products since its creation in 2008 but is little known outside of the industry. Superheroes, Movies, and the State offers an innovative blend of research methods and interpretive frameworks, combining both production histories and deep readings of superhero texts to clearly reveal how the government-entertainment complex works in the world of blockbuster cinema to shape public perceptions of the United States, war, science, and much, much more.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 39155114014

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.4 ★★★★★
Based on 9 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
S
Verified Purchase
Shari Dorantes
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 4
Works well
It's lightweight and the right height and width. It folds easily in either direction. It was challenging to put together, but with help from 2 friends, we did it. I'm hoping it will hold up during winter weather, outside on my deck, as a vanity shield when removing my swim gear.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2024
M
Verified Purchase
Matt R. Stevens
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
Great purchase!
Size: 6 Panel
I absolutely love this thing. I've had it for over a year now, and its held up beautifully. I used it in my apartment as a divider between a very large living room, and its worked great. Sturdy, no issues.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2025
C
Verified Purchase
Claudia Quinones
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
Quality
Exceptional quality. Very well made.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2025
H
Verified Purchase
H.
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Attractive
Size: 6 Panel
Smells nice, looks nice. Used for screening light in my room and as background for online meetings.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2023
N
Verified Purchase
Nita
Lowell, US
★★★★★ 1
Garbage!!!
Size: 6 Panel
The description of this item claims it is a room divider for patio privacy. The problem is that a little gust of wind and down it goes. Ther's not much privacy when it's always on the floor. This poor design needs some braces on the bottom to give it some stability and keep it from blowing over. Mine came damaged and the seller wanted me to pay $80 to have it shipped back to them despite uploading pictures of the broken hinge it came with. Take my advice, keep looking and don't settle for this one!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2022

recommand products