- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: I.B.Tauris (25 May 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1860645070
- ISBN-13: 978-1860645075
- Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 16 x 2.1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 432,439 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The work as a whole is exceptional, taking novice and scholar alike through the intricacies of man and work...
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Almodovar is Spain's most successful and controversial director, representing a unique blend of art-house auteur and popular film-maker. His films, with their mix of Hollywood and European styles and of popular melodrama and comedy, have been attracting growing international audiences since the success of "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown." "A Spanish Labyrinth" is a much needed, clear, and comprehensive introduction to the films of Almodovar, investigating the cultural and national contexts for his work, issues of gender, sexuality, stars, genre, visual style, music, and much more. It is the ideal companion to Almodovar for students of film and Hispanic Studies, as well as those generally interested in film and Spanish culture.
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Almodóvar's origins in backward, rural La Mancha the desolate flatlands which drove Don Quijote to madness and his migration to Madrid in time to witness both the later years of the Franco dictatorship and the new freedoms of democratic Spain, have clearly left their mark on his films. Read the first page
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Almodóvar's origins in backward, rural La Mancha the desolate flatlands which drove Don Quijote to madness and his migration to Madrid in time to witness both the later years of the Franco dictatorship and the new freedoms of democratic Spain, have clearly left their mark on his films. Read the first page
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Author Mark Allinson's book gives us an in-depth survey of the films of Almodovar including his Oscar winning film, "All About My Mother". Incuded are excellent notes, bibliography, brief synopsis of the films, including cast and production notes and an index. B&W pix from the films add to the book's flavor. My only criticism was that I found his organization of his material a little scattered. I would have preferred a seperate discussion of each film, rather than having to sift through each chapter to glean information on the individual movies. This personal preference aside, I gained a deeper understanding of Almodaovar's work. While I disagreed with some of Allinson's views, they were presented clearly and with conviction. Definitely a recommended book for any serious student of film.
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I really enjoyed reading this book. It gives you a very good and clear understanding of Almodóvar's cinema. I like his writing, because it's easy to follow. Not many academics are that accessible unfortunately. It's a must have book for those interested in Spanish cinema, fans of this amazing director or those doing film studies. I hope he does a second one with the new films.
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
A Labyrinth of Information
15 Sep 2001
Format:Paperback
As I have only seen two films by the critically acclaimed and now Oscar winning director, my interest in film production encouraged my reading of Mark Allinson's "A Spanish Labyrinth" which touches on almost every aspect of Almodovar's techniques, and compares these with traditional filmmaking of, say, the Hollywood system.
The "in depth" analysis of each of these techniques, and other notable areas of the book transpire the writers clear passion for cinema, Spain, and the Spanish language. Without this, the book would lack it's captivating edge, and be "just another book about filmmaking."
Little is known of Pedro Almodovar in this country. Recources are limited and "A Spanish Labyrith" is only one of two books on the subject written in English. Whilst Almodovar produces all of his films in Spain, it is only a matter of time before he makes films for a wider audience, directing actors from a script written in English.
To conclude, the book is of great interest to anyone who enjoys watching, analysing or even producing films, or indeed shows any interest in World Cinema, Europe and particularly Spain.
Allow the book to be the basis for your introduction to Almodovar, then you'll know what to look for in his latest film releases.
The "in depth" analysis of each of these techniques, and other notable areas of the book transpire the writers clear passion for cinema, Spain, and the Spanish language. Without this, the book would lack it's captivating edge, and be "just another book about filmmaking."
Little is known of Pedro Almodovar in this country. Recources are limited and "A Spanish Labyrith" is only one of two books on the subject written in English. Whilst Almodovar produces all of his films in Spain, it is only a matter of time before he makes films for a wider audience, directing actors from a script written in English.
To conclude, the book is of great interest to anyone who enjoys watching, analysing or even producing films, or indeed shows any interest in World Cinema, Europe and particularly Spain.
Allow the book to be the basis for your introduction to Almodovar, then you'll know what to look for in his latest film releases.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
good insights
2 Feb 2003
Format:Paperback
Stimulating, illuminating insights into the genius mind of Almodovar. The author paints a respectful, comprehensive picture of one the greatest living filmmakers. While we can never truly know everything about the mysteriously talented director, it sure is fun to sneak a peek and try to figure out some theories.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Pedro Almodovar...A New Title (At Last)
30 Oct 2001
Format:Paperback
Finding a new book on Almodovar is always a treat, especially in English, and Mark Allinson's book is a very interesting analysis of all of Almodvar's great work.
A definate must for any Almodovar fan like me.
A definate must for any Almodovar fan like me.
Brilliant.
Mark Williams ...
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