Russell Crowe’s talents were globally recognized in the early 2000s after he appeared in a slate of well-received films – L.A. Confidential, Gladiator, and A Beautiful Mind, among others – that earned him critical acclaim. Nevertheless, in the years following these productions, he has continued to be a part of numerous projects with international and creative appeal. Alongside his films are his associations with Roman soccer teams – established in Spera’s (2023) chapter in my recent volume on Gladiator (https://vernonpress.com/book/1213) – his social media presence, and his musical performances. All of these activities have established Crowe as an important presence both on and off the screen.

Thus, this volume seeks essays about Crowe’s performances in single films or multiple films; his social media activities; his musical presence; and any other aspects that discuss his enduring character and presence in contemporary media and creative projects.

I need 5 or 6 more essays to round out the collection.

Chapters will be due in March 2025. Chapters should be approximately 5,000 to 7,000 words, with Chicago-style endnotes and a bibliography page.

Abstracts and a brief bio should be submitted by November 29, 2024 to Rachel Carazo: rachel.carazo@snhu.edu