Jackson, Julian
La Grande Illusion (BFI Film Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844572854
- author:
- Jackson, Julian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- British Film Institute
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 18.6 x 13.6 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- Cinema/Film: Book
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
La Grande Illusion by Julian Jackson is a study of Jean Renoir's 1937 cinematic masterpiece that explores its historical context and enduring themes. The film tells the story of two French prisoners-of-war escaping through Germany towards France during the First World War, raising questions about loyalties divided by class, racial and national identities.
Jackson examines the film's character studies and unusual structure, which divide the narrative into a series of self-contained set pieces. This unique approach allows for a detailed analysis of Renoir's work within the historical context of France in the late 1930s.
This book provides a nuanced understanding of La Grande Illusion, making it an interesting read for those interested in film history and criticism.
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