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Jack Stevenson

    Tod Brownings Freaks
    Tapestry of Poetry, Pathos and Love
    The Squirrel That Saved Annie
    Dogme Uncut
    Beneath Contempt & Happy to Be There: The Fighting Life of Porn King Al Goldstein
    Scandinavian Blue
    • Scandinavian Blue

      The Erotic Cinema of Sweden and Denmark in the 1960s and 1970s

      • 306 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      The book explores the evolution of modern Scandinavian erotic cinema, highlighting its origins in Denmark and Sweden. It begins with the gentle naturalist films of the 1950s, such as One Summer of Happiness, and progresses to the provocative works of the 1960s, exemplified by I Am Curious (Yellow). The narrative culminates in the early 1970s, marking the end of censorship in "Liberated Denmark," leading to explicit films like 24 Hours with Ilse and a surge of overtly pornographic productions.

      Scandinavian Blue
    • Al Goldstein ruled over his mythic realm of sin and corruption for decades, chronicling its forbidden pleasures in the pages of his trailblazing sex paper, Screw. He was the most outspoken figurehead of the sex revolution, multimillionaire and tireless opponenent of the establishment who had sex with the most famous pornstars and wild orgies with celebrities. A folk hero, he threw his heart, soul and fortune into a series of First Amendment battles. Sex historian Jack Stevenson chronicles the whole, sordid and fascinating story of the iconic dirty old man.

      Beneath Contempt & Happy to Be There: The Fighting Life of Porn King Al Goldstein
    • Dogme Uncut

      Lars Von Trier, Thomas Vinterberg, and the Gang That Took on Hollywood

      • 312 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania
      3,5(32)Ohodnotiť

      The book explores the revolutionary "Dogme95" movement initiated by Lars von Trier and his fellow Danish directors in 1995, which sought to challenge the prevailing norms of filmmaking. By adhering to strict principles, including the use of natural lighting, handheld cameras, and location shooting without special effects or soundtracks, they aimed to strip away the excesses of modern cinema. This manifesto encouraged filmmakers to focus on authenticity and raw storytelling, reshaping the landscape of independent film production.

      Dogme Uncut
    • Tapestry of Poetry, Pathos and Love

      One Man's Unique Strategy to Elevate Optimism in His Cancer-Stricken Wife

      • 278 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      The narrative unfolds through heartfelt poetic verse as Jack chronicles his journey of caregiving for his wife, Debbie, after her diagnosis of recurrent triple negative breast cancer. Jack's determination to enhance his support during her surgeries and treatments reflects a deep emotional commitment, capturing the challenges and triumphs of their shared experience. This poignant story highlights the resilience of love in the face of adversity, showcasing the transformative power of caregiving.

      Tapestry of Poetry, Pathos and Love
    • FREAKS, der seltsame 'Monster'-Film von 1932, ist mehr als nur ein Film – er ist ein Mythos, ein Götzenbild und gleichzeitig ein Stück Schwarze Magie. Um ihn ranken sich Geschichten und Gerüchte über zerstörte Karrieren und zerschlagene Träume, aber auch über Erinnerungen, die strahlen. Wie Madame Tetrallinis Zirkuswaggon hat dieser Film Jahrzehnte über holprige Wege gerollt und sich durch Zwielicht geschoben, um schließlich im Licht eines neuen Tages wieder aufzutauchen. Er zieht Entsetzte und Faszinierte an und präsentiert ein fremdartiges Artefakt über Menschen, die in Kuriositätenkabinetten, auf Jahrmärkten und im Zirkus ihren Platz finden: Menschen ohne Unterleib, Wesen ohne Arme und Beine, siamesische Zwillinge und Frauen mit Bart. Diese Ausgestoßenen sind oft dem Lachen preisgegeben. Tod Browning widmete ihnen einen der schönsten Filme der Welt und machte sie zu Stars. Dieser Film erzählt nicht nur eine Geschichte von 'Freaks', sondern lässt sie selbst zu Wort kommen und gewährt Einblick in ihre Seele. Das Werk beleuchtet das Leben und die Karriere von Tod Browning, den Darsteller Johnny Eck sowie seltenes Bildmaterial und die zugrunde liegende Erzählung von Tod Robbins.

      Tod Brownings Freaks