Filmish: A Graphic Journey Through Film

Filmish is a journey through the history of film through comics and text that documents the evolution of film and comments on how film has reflected society and social issues of its time and influenced the public. Using various movies, directors, and plots as examples, it covers key topics in movie making, including gender equity, body image, racism, historical bias, and the power of images. This easy-to-read, well-organized resource has clearly drawn images and detailed endnotes, filmography, and bibliography. Useful in Grades 10-12 to support topics in the Social Studies and English curriculum and to encourage critical thinking and discussion.