Since its famed introduction of the ?boiled bunny,? Fatal Attraction (1987) established itself as one of American cinema?s most controversial films. This insightful new book surveys the film's formal features and its ideological impact, paying special attention to the film?s signature mix of sexuality, fear, and family values.
Features detailed breakdowns of the formal techniques the film employs to create suspense, such as turning ordinary household objects into agents of terror
Considers the film?s mixed-genre status as a thriller, melodrama, horror picture, and film noir
Offers an explanation and analysis of the cultural storm ignited by the film, especially due to its treatment of single career women
Investigates the film?s handling of extramarital sexuality, pregnancy, birth control, and AIDS
Discusses the film?s lasting role in shaping American gender politics
Since its famed introduction of the ?boiled bunny,? Fatal Attraction (1987) established itself as one of American cinema?s most controversial films. This insightful new book surveys the film's formal features and its ideological impact, paying special attention to the film?s signature mix of sexuality, fear, and family values.
Features detailed breakdowns of the formal techniques the film employs to create suspense, such as turning ordinary household objects into agents of terror
Considers the film?s mixed-genre status as a thriller, melodrama, horror picture, and film noir
Offers an explanation and analysis of the cultural storm ignited by the film, especially due to its treatment of single career women
Investigates the film?s handling of extramarital sexuality, pregnancy, birth control, and AIDS
Discusses the film?s lasting role in shaping American gender politics
This book examines the problems associated with alcohol consumption among youth and the impact of the alcohol industry and popular culture on youth drinking.
This is a story about a young sixteen-year-old high school girl slain and dumped on a bike path in the city of Eugene, Oregon. She had previously brought charges against her literature teacher at...
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