TRANSCENDENT CINEMA OF DARREN ARONOFSKY - MARCIN KĘPIŃSKI

Discover the fascinating world of transcendent cinema in the works of Darren Aronofsky. This book is a journey through the selected filmography of this outstanding American director, showcasing his unique approach to narration and visualization. Immerse yourself in the analysis of characters living on the margins of society, rejecting norms and seeking a deeper meaning.

• Analysis of films by Darren Aronofsky
• Theme of transcendence in cinema
• Characters on the margins of society
• Critique of symbolic violence and cultural norms
• Metaphysical aspects of the director's work
• Inspirations from literature and mythology
• Rejection of normative structures of society

In his monograph, Marcin Kępiński insightfully analyzes Aronofsky's films, drawing attention to their metaphysical dimension. The director, as the author notes, wants to be a confidant of great mythical narratives, which makes his work unique and deeply moving. This book is an invitation to reflect on the human condition and the search for transcendence in the modern world.

The University of Łódź Publishing House presents readers with a publication that will surely interest people who are looking for more than just entertainment in cinema. It is an offer for those who want to go beyond the playful dimension of film and immerse themselves in a deep analysis of its meanings and symbols. This book is a valuable source of knowledge for film students, film critics and all lovers of art cinema.

Darren Aronofsky, known for films such as "Requiem for a Dream", "Black Swan" and "Noah", is one of the most original and visionary directors of contemporary cinema. His films are characterized by intense narration, strong images and a deep message. Aronofsky's work is not only entertainment, but above all a provocation to think and reflect on the human condition. Marcin Kępiński's book is an excellent introduction to the world of this outstanding director and allows you to better understand his artistic intentions.

The book "Transcendent Cinema of Darren Aronofsky" is a must-read for anyone interested in art cinema and looking for a deeper meaning in it. The author, Marcin Kępiński, analyzes Aronofsky's work insightfully and eruditely, showing its metaphysical dimension and references to literature and mythology. It is a read that will surely broaden your horizons and inspire you to further search in the world of cinema.

Technical data: Pages: 214, Format: 170x244 mm, Year of publication: 2023, Cover: paperback, Publisher: University of Łódź Publishing House.