Dickos, Andrew

Honor Among Thieves: The - Cinema of Jean - Pierre - Melville

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ISBN 13:: 9781940625478
author:: Dickos, Andrew
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Contra Mundum Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 244
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:: New
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Jean-Pierre Melville's cinematic legacy is deeply rooted in the crosscurrents of postwar European cinema. Born in 1917, Melville drew inspiration from American movies and lived through the turbulent years of the mid-20th century, which influenced his wartime experiences and postwar film noir heroes. This book profiles Melville's eventful life and discusses his cinema as a vital body of work in our reckoning of postwar European cinema. Melville's films, such as Le Silence de la mer and Le Samouraï, have captivated audiences with stories of beleaguered existential outsiders, while his influence can be seen in the work of a generation of filmmakers. By exploring Melville's life and cinema, this book provides a nuanced understanding of his impact on the filmmakers who admire him. Honor Among Thieves offers a comprehensive look at Melville's life and work, shedding light on his enduring influence on postwar European cinema.

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