Flatlining on the Field of Dreams : Cultural Narratives in the Films of President Reagan's America

Identifying narratives of gender, race and masculinity that defined Reagan's America, this text provides demonstrations of the synergy between polital history and popular culture. Films discussed include ""Home Alone"", ""Beetlejuice"", ""Working Girl"", ""Trading Places and ""The Little Mermaid"". Texts are analysed through a variety of approaches, providing an overview of 1980s Hollywood output.