This collection of essays examines Lewis’ treatment of common themes and explorations of film styles. The book is divided into 3 parts, the first addressing topics such as style development, B
movie ambitions, the themes of partition and desire, and Lewis’ televison films. The second section examines a number of specific films, including Mad Doctor of Market Street, Bombs over Burma,
and So Dark the Night. The final section focuses on the filmmaker’s most well-known work, Gun Crazy, with a focus on examining Radical Noir, representations of masculinity, and ethos and
ethics. A selection of b&w illustrations is found throughout. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
