The author’s latest work explores fifty-five iconic films, unpacking cultural impact and nostalgia for film enthusiasts everywhere.
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LOS ANGELES, CA—Renowned pop culture historian and entertainment industry expert Scott Ryan takes readers on a nostalgic journey through the vibrant landscape of 1990s cinema in his latest work, “The Last Decade of Cinema.”
Ryan analyzes fifty-five iconic movies from the nineties, exploring their cultural influence and lasting legacy. Through his evaluation, Ryan aims to ignite audiences’ appreciation for a bygone era when films held the power to deeply impact lives.
“Arguing about films in a video store was our Twitter. It was real, passionate, and it sometimes changed our minds,” Ryan says. With a keen eye for detail, Ryan covers a decade that commenced with classics like “GoodFellas” and concluded with the enigmatic “Magnolia.” Among the featured films are beloved titles such as “Malcolm X,” “Before Sunrise,” and “Clueless,” each contributing to nineties cinema culture.
Drawing from his years working as a video store clerk in a small Ohio town, Ryan fills his analysis with real world experience. “The Last Decade of Cinema” showcases twenty-five diverse films, including “Pretty Woman,” “Pulp Fiction,” “Menace II Society,” “The Prince of Tides,” and “The Shawshank Redemption.”
Showcasing the bold creativity of filmmakers such as Quentin Tarantino, Amy Heckerling, Spike Lee, Robert Altman, and Paul Thomas Anderson, the book also includes interviews with Patricia Arquette and Alexander Payne. Scott Ryan’s signature blend of humor and smart observation illuminates what made these films endure and why they’re still relevant in today’s cinematic landscape.
Screenwriter Helen Childress, known for her work on “Reality Bites,” reflects on Ryan’s book. “I feel like Scott Ryan could have written this directly to me and others in our generation who have basically ‘given up’ on movies. It is at once tribute and eulogy, so bittersweet.”
Ryan emphasizes the importance of preserving the art of cinema for audiences. “If we let art slip out of the hands of grown-ups and only create movies for children and teenagers, the human experience in film will be gone for good.” He encourages readers to immerse themselves in the complexity of cinematic narratives, advocating for the transformative power of film to inspire and enlighten.
“The Last Decade of Cinema” is aimed at veteran cinephiles and newcomers alike, offering insightful commentary while acknowledging a highly influential era in modern cinematic history.
“The Last Decade of Cinema” releases June 18, 2024, from Tucker DS Press. Advanced reading copies are available on NetGalley. The book is also available for preorder on Amazon.
ISBN (Softcover:) 9781949024708 | (eBook:) 9781949024715
Street date: June 18, 2024
Soft Cover – $24.99
eBook – $8.99
ABOUT SCOTT RYAN
Scott Ryan, a multifaceted author, publisher, and television historian, is a pop culture and entertainment industry expert. With a portfolio that spans oral histories, behind-the-scenes stories and critical exploration of film and television, his latest book, “The Last Decade of Cinema”, explores fifty-five movies from the nineties, offering an analysis of their impact on pop culture both at the time of their release and their lasting significance today. Ryan’s previous works include “Moonlighting: An Oral History”, where he unveils the untold story behind the groundbreaking TV series, and “thirtysomething at thirty: an oral history”, alongside “The Last Days of Letterman”, which chronicles the end of an era in late-night television. In “Scott Luck Stories”, he ventures into the realm of comic short stories, showcasing his unique blend of wry humor and journalistic acumen. As the managing editor of “The Blue Rose Magazine” and co-founder of Fayetteville Mafia Press, Ryan has solidified his position as a raw and honest pop culture storyteller. He is the co-host of “Tiger Talk” on YouTube which follows the Massillon Tigers high school football team. He also co-wrote a book about the Tigers’ state championship win in 2023 called “Massillon Against the World.” With all this, it still burns him that he never won Employee of the Month at Video Time where he learned to love film by stealing VHS tapes and movie posters. Discover more about Scott Ryan’s books and his perspective on storytelling and pop culture here.
