Reference code
ZA UCT BVF21
Title
David J Gainer
Date(s)
- 2000 (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
27 audio tapes.
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Scope and content
This collection contains the interviews conducted for Gainer’s MA, Hollywood, African Consolidated Films, and "bioskoopbeskawing," or bioscope culture : aspects of American culture in Cape Town, 1945-1960. The research “illustrates that not only did American images and products dominate the South African market, but American methods of mass marketing and advertising intensified South Africa's development of a consumer culture.” (from abstract).
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Conditions governing access
No restrictions apply.