Jack the Ripper in Film and Culture

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Exploring the infamous Jack the Ripper case, this book delves into how the killer, his victims, the detective, and the setting of Whitechapel have been portrayed in film and television. It analyzes the historical, artistic, and literary contexts of the 19th century, alongside psychoanalytical theories from Freud and Jung, as well as feminist film theory, to deconstruct the evolving representation of this notorious figure in popular culture.