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The widely acclaimed films of Wong Kar-wai are characterized by their sumptuous yet complex visual and sonic style. Bettinson argues that Wongs filmsfromDays of Being WildandChungking ExpresstoIn the Mood for LoveandThe Grandmasterare permeated by an aesthetic of sensuousness and disturbance achieved through techniques such as narrative disruptions, jarring cuts, the blocking of facial access, and other complex strategies. The effect is to jolt the viewer out of complete aesthetic absorption.

This tenth-anniversary edition ofThe Sensuous Cinema of Wong Kar-waiincludes a substantial new afterword bringing the story of Wongs career up to date (including reflections on the mainland Chinese dramaBlossoms Shanghai). Bettinson revisits and extends the arguments of the first edition, surveys the recent key debates on Wongs filmmaking, and introduces fresh lines of critical investigation.

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DIMENSION : 229 mm x 152 mm

PRODUCT CATEGORY :
The Arts

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