Gemma King Livres

Exploring the unique cinematic style of Jacques Audiard, this book delves into his portrayal of marginalized and non-normative bodies, emphasizing themes of crisis and transformation. It examines his screenwriting, collaborative methods, and genre motifs, while highlighting his status as a prominent French auteur. The analysis of border-crossing—both literal and metaphorical—reveals how Audiard's films challenge and redefine boundaries, offering insights into the representation of physicality within French society and transnational contexts.

Take an eerie journey through the historic town of Boston, where ghostly friars still occupy the land of their thirteenth-century monastery, and where Sarah Preston's disembodied cries of `Pestilence!' can sometimes be heard as her ghostly apparition jumps from the top of St Botolph's Church.

Richly illustrated, this eerie tour of Spalding and its surroundings delves into chilling ghostly encounters and paranormal phenomena. It recounts hair-raising tales, including a pub's resident ghost who throws beer bottles, a hotel spirit leaving ghostly handprints, and mischievous spirits at a sports club. The narrative also highlights an evil spirit that required an exorcism to be removed. Additionally, it presents exclusive findings from the first paranormal investigation at Ayscoughfee Hall & Museum, aimed at uncovering the legend of the White Lady.

Focusing on the dialogue of eight significant films, this study explores the evolving relationship between language and power in contemporary French cinema. It examines how multilingualism shapes narratives and character interactions, revealing the intricate power dynamics at play. This analysis highlights a shift in how language is utilized in film, offering fresh insights into the cultural and social implications of multilingual storytelling in France.