Family Ties by Joanna Wayne

Family Ties by Joanna Wayne

Focusing on international social justice drama in its current local, national, and international manifestation, this interdisciplinary approach explores the relationship of contemporary dramatic forms to human rights issues. Over examines the artistic styles, goals, and thematic interests of dramatists and film directors of works of social commitment. He also considers the conditions and economics of wide audience appeal that prevent Hollywood and many independent filmmakers from effectively addressing these politically explosive issues. In contrast, differing cultures and economic concerns result in third world filmmakers and playwrights producing more comprehensive expositions of social issues.

Considering a selected group of film and stage movements the author concludes with an optimistic prediction for political drama in the new century. This informed discussion will appeal to film, theatre, and cultural studies scholars.

Joanna began her professional writing career in 1994 and has nearly sixty published books to her credit. Her cutting-edge romantic suspense and Texas family series, such asSons of Troy Ledger and the Big D Dads series, have earned a worldwide following. Visit her website at www.joannawayne.com or send her a letter to PO Box 852, Montgomery, TX 77356.