Alien Sex

Alien Sex

Overview

This book uses cinema and the films it displays to contemplate the church and the visions of desire it presents. It delves into various cinematic works, examining their thematic content and visual narratives. The analysis extends to films such as 'The Alien Quartet', Christopher Nolan's 'Memento', Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' and 'A Clockwork Orange', Nicolas Roeg's 'The Man Who Fell to Earth', and Derek Jarman's 'The Garden'. Through these selections, the text offers a unique perspective on desire and its representation within religious and cinematic contexts.

Who it's for

• Film scholars and students interested in the intersection of cinema, religion, and desire.
• Readers seeking critical analysis of classic and influential films.
• Individuals interested in theological and philosophical interpretations of visual media.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 336
• Publisher: Wiley
• Year: 2003
• ISBN: 9780631211808