Intermingling plot synopses with biographies of key filmmakers, actors, and other industry contributors, this comprehensive reference is a veritable cinematic feast. Created to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the cinema in 1996, the Encyclopedia of European Cinema captures and delves into the special qualities that typify Europe's cinematic contributions. Compiled under the auspices of one of the world's most prestigious film foundations, this guide is designed to be accessible to researchers, students, and browsers alike. Films include: -- Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita -- Laurence Olivier's Hamlet -- Ingmar Bergman's The Seventh Seal -- Lina Wertmuller's Seven Beauties -- Louis Malle's Damage.