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In the Scene: Jane Campion by Ellen Cheshire

In the Scene: Jane Campion

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Ellen Cheshire

Theatre Communications Group · Ebook · May 16, 2017

The first in a new series of introductory guides to contemporary filmmakers.

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Who it’s for
A concise introduction to Jane Campion’s career, anthropology studies, and formative years in New Zealand.
Genres
Director Studies, Women's Lives, Film History
Published
Theatre Communications Group, May 16, 2017

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About this book

The first in a new series of introductory guides to contemporary filmmakers. Jane Campion is one of the few women filmmakers working today who has managed to create a unique body of work. This book covers Campion's remarkable career, reflecting on the influence of her study in anthropology as well as her formative years growing up in New Zealand.

Campion’s Early Years

A concise introduction to Jane Campion’s career, anthropology studies, and formative years in New Zealand.

Come here for

  • Campion’s career
  • The influence of her anthropology studies

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  • Reflection on her career
  • Attention to her formative years growing up in New Zealand

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Director Studies96%
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Women's Lives28%

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Publisher categories

  • Film & Cinema
Authors
Ellen Cheshire
Publisher
Theatre Communications Group
Published
May 16, 2017
Format
Ebook
Reading lane
Film & Cinema