<p><em>Directory of World Cinema: American Hollywood</em> lays out the cinematic history of Tinseltown highlighting important thematic and cultural elements throughout. Profiles and analyses of many of the industry's most talented and prolific directors give insights into their impact on Hollywood and beyond. User-friendly and concise yet containing an astonishing amount of information, <em>Directory of World Cinema: American Hollywood</em> shows how indispensable the Hollywood film industry is and provides a fascinating account of its cultural and artistic significance.</p>