Review of Blow-Up (1966) by Larry S — 13 Feb 2009
As intellectually stimulating as they come --- even 40 years later -- with many layers to unpeel.
(1) A fascinating take on the mod lifestyle of the 1960's in Britain.
(2) Speaks to the inescapability of modern man's emotional and spiritual alienation.
(3) Study in ambiguity calls into question the notion of photographic truth -- and hence cinematic truth and its process.
(4) Relying only on our subjective perceptions and personal interpretations, we are asked to find the truth for ourselves.
(5) Daringly suggests that an image without politics isn't an image at all -- thus questioning reality itself.
This review of Blow-Up (1966) was written by Larry S on 13 Feb 2009.
Blow-Up has generally received very positive reviews.
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