Review of Burn! (1969) by David F — 17 Oct 2016
Danny Peary's book Cult Movies was helpful with this one partly just because the summary helped me straighten out the plot. Not that it's messed up; I just didn't get it. Interesting points of his essay:
-American 'political' films mostly reinforce American ideology; films like this actually present a contrary paradigm: imperialism, nationalism, racist policies, guerrilla warfare are all connected.
-about tactics instead of events.
-really a commentary on contemporary American events (burning in Nam, systematic removal of American First Nations people, CIA involvement in overthrowing governments hostile to USA).
-Walker can't see beyond the white gentleman's games he plays to the real effects the black slaves are living - just doesn't get it and thus deserves to get stabbed.
This review of Burn! (1969) was written by David F on 17 Oct 2016.
Burn! has generally received very positive reviews.
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