

The Films of Michelangelo Antonioni by Peter Brunette
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The Films of Michelangelo Antonioni by Peter Brunette is a comprehensive critical analysis of the cinematic works of Michelangelo Antonioni, one of the most influential directors in modern film history. Brunette explores Antonioni’s unique visual style, existential themes, and narrative experimentation, providing a deep examination of his major films, including L’Avventura, La Notte, L’Eclisse, Blow-Up, Zabriskie Point, and The Passenger. The book delves into Antonioni’s innovative use of space, silence, and alienation, highlighting how his films depart from traditional storytelling to capture the existential anxieties of modern life. Brunette also situates Antonioni’s work within the broader context of Italian cinema, European modernism, and film theory, drawing from structuralist and poststructuralist perspectives to interpret his visual storytelling. Ideal for film scholars, students, and cinephiles, The Films of Michelangelo Antonioni offers a thoughtful and scholarly exploration of the director’s lasting impact on cinema, emphasizing his profound influence on contemporary filmmakers and visual storytelling.