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Loading... Asia Shock: Horror and Dark Cinema from Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Thailand (original 2006; edition 2006)by Patrick Galloway
Work InformationAsia Shock: Horror and Dark Cinema from Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Thailand by Patrick Galloway (2006)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. Unfortunately, I've come to the conclusion that Asian horror - at least the kind Patrick Galloway likes to recommend, is not my cup of tea. The majority of the stuff he's recommending in this book focuses less on the atmospheric and terrifying, and more on the gross-out and disgusting - basically stuff that's closer to saw then The Ring, and with more rape. This was somewhat disappointing, as his book about Samurai films was pretty darn good. ( ) no reviews | add a review
Asian Extreme cinema is hot, and this book lays it out in all its gory glory. Patrick Galloway, who last looked at samurai movies in his well-received Stray Dogs and Lone Wolves, now takes on Asian masters of suspense, exploitation, the supernatural, and bone-chilling, blood-curdling fear and evil. The films featured here are pan-Asian, including Korea and Thailand, and represent a mix of classics and the contemporary cutting edge. Included are viewing tips and overviews of genres and cultures. "Galloway has all sorts of interesting insights and facts that'll make you want to rewatch your favorites, or check out some that you've never seen." -- Wired "It has a conversational feel, as if you're sitting down with a film buddy and just discussing the film." -- Twitch "What with brain-sauce spaghetti, switchblade cellphones, and other wonders, could horror flicks from Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong be any better? PatrickGalloway savors the genre in Asia Shock." - East Bay Express No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)791.436164095The arts Recreational and performing arts Public performances Film, Radio, and Television Film Special aspects of films, fim adaptations, film genres Films displaying specific qualities Tragedy and horrorLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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