Reel to Real (Routledge Classics)

In "Reel to Real" by bell hooks, a Routledge Classics publication, cinema transcends mere entertainment to become a crucial lens for examining pressing social issues. Published on January 9, 2008, this insightful collection of essays delves into the way films shape our understanding of race, gender, and class. Through a series of penetrating analyses and conversations with renowned filmmakers like Charles Burnett and Julie Dash, hooks engages with a variety of groundbreaking films, from Quentin Tarantino’s "Pulp Fiction" to the works of Spike Lee. Her critiques navigate the interplay between cinema and real-life social justice concerns, making this book indispensable for those in adult education. "Reel to Real" is an essential resource for anyone passionate about racial justice, gender equality, and economic justice, offering a compelling argument for the power of film in social critique and transformation.