Weir, David

The Leopard (Il Gattopardo) (BFI Film Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781839026157
author:: Weir, David
format:: Paperback
publisher:: British Film Institute
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 104
Dimensions:: 19 x 13.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0.4
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:: New
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The Leopard (Il Gattopardo) by David Weir is an in-depth study of Luchino Visconti's 1963 film, exploring its complex place within Italian film history. Weir examines the ways in which Visconti employed artifice, narrative, and historical representation to create a unique cinematic experience. This analysis delves into the film's relationship with the Lampedusa novel from which it was adapted, arguing that The Leopard transcends mere adaptation to become a distinct work of cinematic fiction. By situating the film within Visconti's career, Weir also explores the paradoxical reception of the film, considering how its uneven response may reflect the director's complex social status and artistic identity. Through a scene-by-scene analysis, Weir sheds new light on The Leopard, revealing the strengths of Visconti's filmmaking style and challenging prevailing criticisms.

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