BassilMorozow, Helena
Tim Burton: The Monster and the Crowd: A Post-Jungian Perspective
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415489713
- author:
- BassilMorozow, Helena
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.5 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Psychology / Movements / Jungian
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Tim Burton's films are renowned for their complexity and emotional depth. This book offers a fresh perspective on his work by exploring the use of Jungian and post-Jungian concepts to understand the reworking of myth and fairytale in his gothic fantasy world. The author examines how Burton's protagonists, often portrayed as outsiders, roam the earth because they are unable to fit into societal norms. The book considers six key archetypes: the child, the monster, the superhero, the genius, the maniac, and the monstrous society. By applying film semiotics, analysis of narrative devices, and cinematic history, the author provides a nuanced understanding of Burton's films. This book is an essential read for those interested in critical issues in contemporary culture, as well as students and scholars of film or Jungian psychology. It offers a profound academic analysis of Tim Burton's works, making it a valuable resource for fans seeking a deeper understanding of his films.
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