Decidedly French in flavor, the films seek to reveal the dark side of French society. This book provides an in-depth study of New French Extremity, focusing on such films as Trouble Every Day (2001), Irreversible (2002), Twentynine Palms (2003), High Tension (2003) and Martyrs (2008). The author explores the social implications of cinematic cruelty presented not as "violent films" but as "films about violence."
Decidedly French in flavor, the films seek to reveal the dark side of French society. This book provides an in-depth study of New French Extremity, focusing on such films as Trouble Every Day (2001), Irreversible (2002), Twentynine Palms (2003), High Tension (2003) and Martyrs (2008). The author explores the social implications of cinematic cruelty presented not as "violent films" but as "films about violence."
Films of the New French Extremity: Visceral Horror and National Identity
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781476663487 |
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Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers |
Publication date: | 06/03/2016 |
Edition description: | New Edition |
Pages: | 216 |
Product dimensions: | 5.90(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.60(d) |
Age Range: | 18 Years |