Pasolini, Chaucer and Boccaccio

Description:

"The book first studies the two films and puts them in perspective. Next, it interprets both films from a wider perspective, recounting misinterpretations, expounding upon Pasolini's ideological vision, and defending the oft-criticized adaptations. Finally, the conclusion discusses how the films represent innovation over strict adaptation, and considers the paradox of rendering, non-realistically, the essence of original works"--Provided by publisher.

subjects: Criticism and interpretation,  Decameron (Motion picture),  Racconti di Canterbury (Motion picture),  Motion pictures, italy,  Motion pictures, history

People: Geoffrey Chaucer (d. 1400),  Giovanni Boccaccio (1313-1375),  Pier Paolo Pasolini (1922-1975)