Agnes Varda was a pioneer of French cinema whose work remains as relevant as ever, a testament to her artistic vision, her intellectual curiosity, and her compassion for the world around her. With a detailed exploration of the life and work of the celebrated filmmaker, the book considers key films in terms of Varda's life, the cultural context of their production, as well as their primary themes.

Starting with Varda's 'analogue' period and her first film La Pointe Courte in 1955 up to the end of the 1990s, the book covers Varda's short films and documentaries as well as key feature films such as Cleo from 5 to 7 and Happiness, followed by an exploration of her 'digital' phase from The Gleaners and I (2000) to Varda by Agnes (2019).

Always ahead of its time, Varda's work often blended documentary and fiction, showing an openness to experimentation through her unique personal expression. She became an iconic figure in the world of cinema, celebrated for her originality, her empathy, and her trailblazing contributions to filmmaking. Her reputation as one of the world's most important and influential filmmakers continues to grow.

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About the Author
Dr. Paul Sutton is an independent film scholar who has taught Film Studies in UK higher education for over 25 years. His research covers psychoanalytic and film theory as well as Italian and French cinema and critical theory.

Reviews

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"... accessibly and incisively gets us to the heart of why Jane Campion's films connect with viewers around the world. This book is hugely enjoyable and insightful." --James Clarke Film writer and Lecturer

"From his early films in Taiwan to his most recent films this gives insight into the director, his life and the incredible range of styles and subjects Lee has covered in his work." **** -- Amazon reviewer

"... provides useful insight into the director's background and motivations and offers easy-to-read reviews of his numerous films, documentaries and exhibitions. An invaluable guide to the incredible work Steve McQueen has produced since his time as an art student until today."

- Tony Warner, co-founder, chair of African Odysseys programme

"A highly readable and wide-ranging consideration of McQueen's work."
- Kirkus reviews

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Book Information
ISBN 9781913641535
Author Paul Sutton
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint Supernova Books
Publisher Aurora Metro Publications
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 15mm