Studying Pan's Labyrinth

By Tanya Jones

Pan's Labyrinth (2006) is a film of extraordinary technical achievement and intense emotional impact, garnering acclaim from both critics and audiences alike. Such a rich cinematic text demands close scrutiny and comprehensive study. This volume guides the reader through a detailed analysis of the film, concentrating on the generation of meaning for the viewer. The book maps technical choices and how they capture human experience and political conflict. It also details the processes of production, distribution, and exhibition. Specific examples from a range of film texts enable a vivid grasp of technical vocabulary, therefore providing readers with the tools to analyze other films as well.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1906733309
• ISBN13: 9781906733308
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Liverpool University Press
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.5" x 6.2"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher