Post-9/11 Cinema

"Post-9/11 Cinema: Reflections in the Dark" by Gregory Hammond offers an in-depth exploration of how the events of September 11, 2001, reshaped global cinema. In this comprehensive analysis, Hammond delves into the emotional, political, and ideological shifts in film that followed the attacks, examining how filmmakers across genres responded to the new realities of a post-9/11 world. The book covers the rise of themes such as surveillance, trauma, the erosion of civil liberties, and the redefinition of "good" and "evil" in an era of global terrorism. It traces the evolving portrayal of terrorism and its consequences, from Hollywood blockbusters to international arthouse cinema, and investigates the role of film in reflecting and influencing the cultural consciousness of the time. Through a wide-ranging analysis, Hammond offers insights into how cinema became both a reflection of societal fears and an instrument for political commentary in the wake of one of the most defining moments in modern history.