Schober, Adrian
The Omen (Devil's - Advocates)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781800857087
- author:
- Schober, Adrian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Liverpool University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 19 x 13.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, United States, 20th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Omen by Adrian Schober Released in 1976, this influential horror film has become synonymous with apocalyptic fears and the supernatural. Directed by Richard Donner and written by David Seltzer, it was marketed to a highly suggestible public, capitalising on fears of the end times and the Devil. The film's cultural impact is undeniable, and its legacy continues to be felt today. The name 'Damien' has become a byword for an evil child, reflecting the film's enduring influence on popular culture. This book provides a detailed examination of the genesis, production history, marketing, and reception of The Omen, as well as its overarching theme of paranoia that drives the narrative. By exploring the film's cultural significance and the societal anxieties that underpinned its creation, this book offers a nuanced understanding of a horror classic that continues to fascinate audiences.
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