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Jack Clayton

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Jack Clayton
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Neil Sinyard
SeriesBritish Film-Makers
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:304
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreFilm theory and criticism
Individual film directors and film-makers
ISBN/Barcode 9780719055058
ClassificationsDewey:791.430233092
Audience
General
Illustrations Illustrations, black & white

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 28 December 2000
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Although his films "The Innocents" and "The Great Gatsby" were highly thought of by Fran ois Truffaut and Tennessee Williams respectively, British director Jack Clayton was perhaps best remembered for "Room at the Top", which brought a new sexual frankness and social realism to the British screen. Whilst researching this critical study, the author has been able to consult and quote from the director's own private papers which illuminate Clayton's creative practices and artistic intentions. In addition to fresh analyses of the individual films, the book contains new material on Clayton's many unrealized projects and includes his previously unpublished short story "The Enchantment".

Author Biography

Neil Sinyard is Professor of Film Studies at the University of Hull -- .

Reviews

"He makes no bones about the fact that he considers Clayton to be one of the greats, and he convinced this reviewer that he is right." --"Choice"