Wendy Toye
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2026
Manchester University Press (Verlag)
978-1-5261-6579-4 (ISBN)
Manchester University Press (Verlag)
978-1-5261-6579-4 (ISBN)
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This book delves into the groundbreaking career of Wendy Toye, a trailblazing director, choreographer and creative force in British cinema and television. Through an in-depth exploration of her works, it examines her impact on post-war filmmaking, her virtuosity of movement and storytelling, and her enduring legacy in the arts. -- .
This groundbreaking book delves into the remarkable career of Wendy Toye, one of Britain’s most prolific, versatile and pioneering directors. Spanning a fascinating journey through her work in cinema, television, and advertising, the study highlights her mastery of visual storytelling, choreographic brilliance, and technical innovation. From her landmark short film The Stranger Left No Card to her contributions in musicals, comedy, fantasy films, and television productions, Toye’s work consistently broke boundaries in a male-dominated industry. This insightful analysis also examines her ability to combine artistry with precision, her influence on the postwar cultural landscape, and her lasting legacy as a multidimensional creative force. A must-read for cinema enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone inspired by women’s achievements in the media landscape. -- .
This groundbreaking book delves into the remarkable career of Wendy Toye, one of Britain’s most prolific, versatile and pioneering directors. Spanning a fascinating journey through her work in cinema, television, and advertising, the study highlights her mastery of visual storytelling, choreographic brilliance, and technical innovation. From her landmark short film The Stranger Left No Card to her contributions in musicals, comedy, fantasy films, and television productions, Toye’s work consistently broke boundaries in a male-dominated industry. This insightful analysis also examines her ability to combine artistry with precision, her influence on the postwar cultural landscape, and her lasting legacy as a multidimensional creative force. A must-read for cinema enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone inspired by women’s achievements in the media landscape. -- .
Iram Kamran Qureshi is a Senior Lecturer at Ravensbourne University London -- .
Introduction
1 A life in brief: the making of Wendy Toye
2 Through the Blitz and beyond: Wendy Toye and the context of post-war Britain
3 A taste for mystery: Toye’s work in suspense and thriller genres
4 The comic lens: crafting comedy in Toye’s films
5 Weaving tales through movement: the fantasy in Toye’s musicals
6 Beyond cinema: television and other screen ventures
A lasting impact: toye’s legacy in British cinema
Bibliography -- .
| Erscheinungsdatum | 24.12.2025 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | British Film-Makers |
| Zusatzinfo | 59 black & white illustrations |
| Verlagsort | Manchester |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 138 x 216 mm |
| Gewicht | 376 g |
| Themenwelt | Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Film / TV |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Kommunikation / Medien ► Medienwissenschaft | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-5261-6579-1 / 1526165791 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-5261-6579-4 / 9781526165794 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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