Loose Cannons and Dangerous Curves: An Unholy Bible of Pakistani Popular Cinema
Omar Ali Khan, a sage of Lollywood's labyrinthine world, delivers a laugh-out-loud anthology of over 160 Pakistani film reviews in 'Loose Canons and Dangerous Curves.' Offering a fresh perspective on Pakistani cinema from 1947 to 2022, this anthology is a gutsy report of films that have struck a chord with the public psyche, including under-appreciated and overlooked titles.
A must-read for anyone interested in the often-overlooked links between Pakistani politics, popular culture, and society, as reflected through the nation's most fervently loved yet underrated artistic medium: movies.
Publisher: KHAJISTAN PRESS (February 19, 2024)
Language: English
Paperback: 712 pages
ISBN-13: 979-8988428039
Item Weight: 3.56 pounds
Dimensions: 6 x 1.78 x 9 inches
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