Joel and Ethan Coen make up one of the most original and unconventional movie-making partnerships to come out of America at the end of the 20th century. From their debut tour de force Blood Simple to the hugely acclaimed The Man Who Wasnt There; the brothers films have attracted critical kudos and commercial success in equal measure due to their irreverent; individual and technically virtuoso nature. Each of their films defies categorisation; yet youre never in any doubt youre watching a Coen brothers movie. This exploration of the movie career of Hollywoods best-loved outsiders charts their rise from cult favourites to box-office contenders; whilst combining indispensable reference material and critical analysis of their films.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A THOUGHTFUL AND STIMULATING BOOKBy Sweet Spring FarmerI came across WICKED MESSENGER in director Todd Haynes commentary for his film IM NOT THERE. Since I seem to be one of the few people who enjoyed Hayness take on Dylans ever-changing persona. I decided to give the book a go. In WM. author Mike Marqusee skips the gossip and places Dylan within the historical context of the 60s and the decades before. BTW: This is not a "leftist" screed - unless recounting history is the domain of the Left. In any case. among its many virtues. WM examines the question of "authenticity" (versus hype). one of my longtime considerations. Since first hearing the FREEWHEELIN album in 1963. and seeing Dylan in concert the same year. Ive long thought that the burden of being "the spokesman of his generation" was an unfair and unrealistic burden. Perhaps Dylans real importance is that he prompted us to think more deeply. more artfully. more poetically. Thinking people did not require him - or anyone - to be the voice of our generation; we employed our own voices - speaking from our minds and hearts. Another plus in WM is the great Bibliography. which Ive already begun reading through; first up. John Lewiss extraordinary memoir. WALKING WITH THE WIND.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. As close as possible to understanding Bob DylanBy Kara AharonI bought this for a project Im doing on Bob Dylan. It combines historical information. Dylans own quotes and explanations about his songs and other interpretations and reactions to his music at different stages. A good picture of the conflict between his influence on the protest movements and his denial of his role or responsibility as an activitist.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Love the ShelleyBy pat cassidyAstute. honest and insightful take on turbulent and trying times. Love the Shelley. Blake and Thoreau quotes...Dylans forebears. ever present in our Bards lyrics.
