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Wes Craven: The Art of Horror
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Filmmaker Wes Craven has consistently and imaginatively scared movie audiences since the early 1970s. His films encompass a variety of styles, elements and themes, from the nihilistic existentialism of
to the successful
(which sent horror in a bold new direction), to the hallucinatory dreamscapes of
. And in the nineties, Craven returned with the
films, which were simultaneously funny, clever and scary films that overturned the horror cliches of the eighties.
The present work provides a history of Craven's film career since 1972, examining all the themes and techniques the filmmaker explored. For each film, a synopsis, cast and credits, historical context, and critical commentary are provided. Also covered in detail are Craven's forays into television, including movies such as
and work on such series as
.