Party Time on the Silver Screen

In the carefree days of the early 1960s, a new genre of film emerged that captured the hearts of teenagers and young adults alike: the beach party film. These films, set against the backdrop of California’s sun-drenched beaches, were filled with music, dancing, romance, and humor. They were a reflection of a simpler time, when life was all about fun, sun, and sand.

**Party Time on the Silver Screen** is the definitive guide to this iconic film genre. From the early days of Gidget to the heyday of Beach Blanket Bingo, this book covers all the classic beach party films, as well as the cultural and social context in which they were made.

With in-depth analysis of the films, interviews with cast and crew members, and a wealth of rare photos and memorabilia, **Party Time on the Silver Screen** is a must-have for any fan of this classic genre.

**Inside, you’ll find:**

* An overview of the history of the beach party film genre, from its origins in the early 1960s to its decline in the late 1960s
* In-depth analysis of the most popular beach party films, including Gidget, Beach Blanket Bingo, Pajama Party, The Girls on the Beach, and How to Stuff a Wild Bikini
* Profiles of the leading stars of the beach party film genre, including Annette Funicello, Frankie Avalon, Dwayne Hickman, Lori Nelson, and Donna Loren
* A look at the music of the beach party films, which played a major role in their popularity
* A discussion of the cultural impact of the beach party films, which helped to shape the image of California as a place of endless summer and endless fun

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of beach party films or you’re just discovering this genre for the first time, **Party Time on the Silver Screen** is the perfect book for you. So grab a copy today and relive the golden age of beach party films!

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Publisher ‏: ‎ PageBook24.com (January 13, 2025)
Language : ‎ English
Dimensions ‏: ‎ 6 x 9 inches
Pages ‏: ‎ 164 pages

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