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Book SynopsisA thematic examination of a prolific rising star in contemporary French filmmaking
Trade Review"An elegant, highly readable, and refreshing discussion of François Ozon's career to date. Schilt combines incisive readings of visual and narrative detail with vivid enthusiasm for Ozon's films."--Emma Wilson, author of
Atom Egoyan"A solid and engaging addition to the literature on a director who has become central to studies of contemporary French cinema."--
H-France ReviewTable of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgments ix the fabric of desire 1 Paternal Monsters: Sitcom, Les amants criminels, and 8 femmes 38 Mourning Sickness: Sous le sable, Swimming Pool, and Le temps qui reste 78 Foreign Affairs: Gouttes d'eau sur pierres brulantes, 5 x2, and Ricky 115 an interview with francois ozon 155 Filmography 169 Bibliography 181 Index 191
