Three Films By Hiroshi Teshigahara (Pitfall / Woman In The Dunes / The Face Of Another) (Criterion Collection)
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• Box set
• Black & White
• DVD-Video
• Full Screen
• NTSC
In Theaters : 25 October, 1964
DVD Release : 10 July, 2007 |
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Three Films By Hiroshi Teshigahara (Pitfall / Woman In The Dunes / The Face Of Another) (Criterion Collection) Customer Reviews
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Japanese Aesthetics Meets Surrealism
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| These three films were made in the tradition of the surrealists at the beginning of the century with a Japanese aesthetic. I originally bought the set because I have had such a hard time finding "The Woman in the Dunes". I was equally stunned by the other two films in the set. Anyone studying the history of film would enjoy this collection. They also seem to be the progenitors of many modern films and television (Twilight Zone)dealing with the themes of identity and isolation or media having a strong visual impact. These films "Pitfall" and "The Face of Another" are not typically Japanese. They are a hybrid, being highly influenced by French and Italian cinema of the 30's - 60's. Even if one finds the surrealistic and dark themes a bit tedious, one can still sit back and enjoy the exquisite cinematography and perfect compositions throughout all three films. Anime fans will also derive pleasure and inspiration. "Woman in the Dunes" is still my favorite and belongs next to other Japanese classics such as "Ugetsu" and "Rashomon" and "The Seven Samurai" among others. The extra features includes good commentaries and additional shorts by Teshigahara, as well as a companion book. Worth the bucks. |
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