Almodóvar: A Retrospective

By: Gómez, Pau

Enter the vibrant world of Pedro Almod var, the iconic Spanish filmmaker whose captivating, bold, and thought-provoking films have left an indelible mark on the global cinematic landscape.

Over four decades, Almod var has defied genre conventions and pushed boundaries, earning international acclaim and a dedicated following for his passionate, unpredictable, and fiercely unique cinema.

Discover how Almod var's exploration of family, gender identity, sexuality, and the human condition has made him a pioneer in queer cinema and a celebrated voice in contemporary art. Detailing his development from his earliest controversy-stirring films to the groundbreaking Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown and the Oscar-winning All About My Mother and Talk to Her and beyond, each chapter of this retrospective is a cinematic journey in itself.

Almod var: A Retrospective is a visually stunning and comprehensive celebration of the illustrious career of this master storyteller, featuring many unseen and rare behind-the-scenes archive photographs. It is a must-have for anyone who seeks to understand and appreciate the genius of a cinematic legend.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1786751399
• ISBN13: 9781786751393
• Release Date: November 2024
• Publisher: Gemini Adult
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 3.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 9.8" x 11.5"