Wymer, Rowland
Derek Jarman (British Film Makers)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719056918
- author:
- Wymer, Rowland
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Manchester University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13.8 x 1.6 cm
- Genre:
- Individual film directors, film-makers
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Derek Jarman: A Critical Reappraisal of His Cinema. This book offers in-depth analysis of Derek Jarman's eleven feature-length films, challenging the perception of him as a cult figure and instead positioning him as a major influence on European and world cinema. The author highlights Jarman's fascination with Renaissance art and literature, as well as his interest in Jungian psychology. Through a critical examination of Jarman's work, the book reveals how he used his films to guide audiences on an inner journey in search of self-discovery, while remaining aware of the potential risks of such exploration. This nuanced approach provides a fresh perspective on Jarman's oeuvre and its enduring significance.
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