The Films of Jean-Luc Godard: Seeing the Invisible

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Films of Jean-Luc Godard: Seeing the Invisible
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David Sterritt
SeriesCambridge Film Classics
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:314
Dimensions(mm): Height 237,Width 160
Category/GenreIndividual film directors and film-makers
ISBN/Barcode 9780521580380
ClassificationsDewey:791.430233092
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 30 Halftones, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 13 August 1999
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

In this study, David Sterritt offers an introductory overview of Godard's work as a filmmaker, critic, and video artist. In subsequent chapters, he traces Godard's visionary ideas through six of his key films, including Breathless, My Life to Live, Weekend, Numero deux, Hail Mary, and Nouvelle vague. Also included is a concise analysis of Godard's work in video, television, and mixed-media formats. Linking Godard's works to key social and cultural developments, The Films of Jean-Luc Godard explains their importance in modernist and postmodernist art of the past half century.

Reviews

"...Sterritt's book provides just the guidance that a curious but less-than-full-time filmgoer will need in approaching this difficult, unpopular and absolutely essential body of work." The Nation