Cooper, Ian
Witchfinder General
- ISBN 13:
- 9781906733513
- author:
- Cooper, Ian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Auteur Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 18.6 x 13.4 x 0.8 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Film, Film Genres
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Witchfinder General (1968) is a landmark British horror film that has gained a cult reputation despite its troubled production history. This in-depth study examines the film's significance within the history of horror, exploring its context and influence on subsequent filmmakers. The film's creation was marked by controversy, including the X certificate controversy and its connection to Hammer gothic tradition. The book delves into these contexts, as well as the script's relationship to Ronald Bassett's novel and the iconic persona of Vincent Price. Ian Cooper provides close textual readings of specific scenes, shedding light on the film's enduring legacy. By examining Witchfinder General through a critical lens, this study offers new insights into its problematic yet fascinating place in British cinema.