Meyer, Janet L.
Sydney Pollack: A Critical Filmography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786437528
- author:
- Meyer, Janet L.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 248
- Genre:
- Bibliographies, catalogues, discographies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Sydney Pollack: A Critical Filmography by Janet L. Meyer offers an in-depth examination of the director's career, spanning film and television productions. This work provides a detailed analysis of Pollack's style, marked by deliberate pacing, ambiguous endings, and metaphorical love stories. Pollack's films reflect social, cultural, and political dilemmas, featuring multidimensional characters that often break away from stereotypical molds. The book also explores his directing efforts on television, as well as his production and acting credits. By film-by-film analysis, Meyer sheds light on the directorial career of Sydney Pollack, providing a comprehensive understanding of his contributions to the world of cinema.