{"title":"David Robinson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Robinson\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful explorations into classic and influential works of cinema, with a particular emphasis on visual storytelling and film history. His writing delves deeply into the artistic and cultural impact of landmark films, providing readers with a rich understanding of cinematic achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a thoughtful blend of detailed analysis and evocative description, perfect for those passionate about the arts and culture. Robinson’s work invites contemplation of film as an art form, enhancing appreciation beyond the screen.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"das-cabinet-des-dr-caligari-by-david-robinson-9781844576494","title":"Das Cabinet des Dr. Caligari","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its jagged, stylised sets, menacing shadows and themes of murder, madness and delirium, \u003ci\u003eDas Cabinet des Dr. Caligari\u003c\/i\u003e (1920) remains the source and essence of German Expressionist cinema. Fusing carnival spectacle with the paranoia of the psychological thriller, it centres on the haunting, sexually ambivalent presence of Conrad Veidt as Cesare – the somnambulist exploited as an instrument by the sinister Dr. Caligari.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Robinson challenges long accepted versions of the history and reception of \u003ci\u003eCaligari\u003c\/i\u003e and redefines its relationship to the larger phenomenon of Expressionist art. His reassessment of the relative contributions of director, designers and writers becomes a fascinating detective story, as he investigates the status and significance of the single surviving copy of the original script, which came to light only in the late 1980s when almost all those involved in the production were dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis second edition features a new introduction that considers the place of German Expressionist cinema within the European revival of Gothic at the turn of the twentieth century, and original cover artwork by Ben Goodman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430420660460,"sku":"9781844576494","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781844576494.jpg?v=1774766594"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-robinson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}