Fantasy

Furby and Hines are both affiliated with Southampton Solent U., UK, in the department of creative industries and society, focusing on film in particular. Here they offer investigation into the nature of fantasy and its roots, theoretical approaches to fantasy in film, and the practicalities of making fantasy films. Case studies include Alice in Wonderland (2010), Avatar (2009), The Lord of the Rings (2001-2003), and Pirates of the Caribbean (223-2007), among other illustrative examples. Annotation 穢2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)