John Cassavetes: The Adventure of Insecurity (Studies in Contemporary Film)
by Ray Carney
Book Summary Information
Author: Ray CarneyEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1999-07-20
ISBN: 0967417007
Number of pages: 68
Publisher: Co C Carney Cassavetes Consulting
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Book Review: A new way of knowing
Summary: 5 Stars
This insightful book about Cassavetes by Ray Carney will open up a new way of seeing and knowing film. Carney is most persuasive about the importance of film as the newest art form. Gone are the canned, predictable experiences of current day studio films. Cassavetes' films are about life as we all experience it, in all its complexity, richness and craziness. Carney's easy-to-understand text will open up Cassavetes' films to you as a way to embrace life and art through film. Cassavetes wrestled with the questions we all wrestle with and allows you to form your own answers and understanding. A wonderful book about this film giant!
If you want to know more about Cassavetes and his films, Ray Carney has a MEGA-WEBSITE. Search on Cassavetes on any search engine to find it. You won't be sorry! It includes great background information on how Cassavetes made his movies, along with terrific photos of the genius at work. A must for indie film lovers and aspiring directors...
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