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Discover the cinematic genius of Francois Truffaut, the celebrated French film director, through our comprehensive appraisal of his works. This BRAND NEW book, published by Manchester University Press in 1998, delves deep into Truffaut's extensive filmography, comprising of 23 films made over 26 years, following his impactful debut 'Les 400 Coups'. Seamlessly blending neo-realist storytelling with innovative filmmaking techniques, this text provides a socio-political contextualization of Truffaut's films and filmmaking methods. Explore his unique narrative style that addresses critical themes such as sexual politics, masculinity, and genre exploitation. Uncover the intricate tension in his films that oscillates between the 'absolute' and the 'provisional', offering a fresh perspective on this influential director's contributions to cinema history. Ideal for film enthusiasts and scholars alike, this book sheds new light on the legacy of Francois Truffaut, making it a must-have addition to your film studies collection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9780719045547.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719045547
Year: 1998
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
After making a strong impact with his first film "Les 400 Coups", a semi-autobiographical narrative shot in the neo-realist style of the emerging "Nouvelle Vague", the French film director Francois Truffaut went on to make 23 films in 26 years. This appraisal of his work provides a socio-political contextualization, and gives an overview of his films and film-making methods. It seeks to shed new light on key aspects of his work, such as sexual politics, the construction of masculinity, the exploitation of genre, and the tension throughout the films between the "absolute" and the "provisional".
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719045547
Year: 1998
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
After making a strong impact with his first film "Les 400 Coups", a semi-autobiographical narrative shot in the neo-realist style of the emerging "Nouvelle Vague", the French film director Francois Truffaut went on to make 23 films in 26 years. This appraisal of his work provides a socio-political contextualization, and gives an overview of his films and film-making methods. It seeks to shed new light on key aspects of his work, such as sexual politics, the construction of masculinity, the exploitation of genre, and the tension throughout the films between the "absolute" and the "provisional".