Thelma & Louise

by Marita Sturken

Book Overview

Thelma and Louise (1991) sparked a remarkable public discussion about feminism, violence, and the representation of women in cinema. Subject to vilification in the press for its apparent justification... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0851708099
• ISBN13: 9780851708096
• Release Date: August 2000
• Publisher: British Film Institute
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.3" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Thelma & Louise Analysis

Sturken's "Thelma & Louise" is an excellent addition to BFI's Modern Classics book series. This analysis of the popular and conroversial film covers several important topics including: the hype and various reactions/criticisms of the film upon its theatrical release, how the film fits into feminist film theory, whether the violence in Thelma & Louise is worse than other films that were NOT criticized for their violence, what genre the film belongs in, Ridley Scott's directorial vision for the film and various motifs, how the characters change and why, what options these women have in a male dominated world, and what the ending signifies. Sturken includes quotes from several articles and interviews.