JEAN GENET: Criminal Desires - Jean Genet and Cinema - By Jane Giles 
 
Cinema Studies / Gay Icon / Revolutionary / Crime / History / Gay Activist / Cult Film / Mature Content / ADULTS ONLY !!

Jean Genet was mainly known as an author who wrote openly gay Novels early on - but he was also interested in film - and eventually made his only movie: 'Un Chant d' Amour' in 1950 - the film was a celebration of homosexual desire, criminal impulse and the desire to transcend physical existence - in a time when such activity was not socially acceptable - even illegal - The film was banned as obscene - but gradually trends changed and the movie became more accepted over time - eventually becoming a focal point for gay rights, sexual freedom and free speech. 

This book is a documentation of the making of the film 'Un Chant d' Amour' w/ complete analysis, thematic descriptions, and many B&W film stills and photos. 

CREATION BOOKS Publication - 2002 Edition - 145 Pages - NEW PAPERBACK BOOK in VG Condition - Perfect - B&W Photos - Scarce Book - ADULTS ONLY - PRICE: $40.00 - Price Includes Shipping - *SORRY No International Orders at this time !