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This is a comprehensive introduction to the films of controversial Spanish director, Pedro Almodovar. It: investigates cultural and national contexts for his work; discusses issues of gender, sexuality, and genre; and analyzes his visual style, use of music, and much more.

About the Author

Mark Allinson lectures in the Department of Hispanic Studies, Royal Holloway, University of London.

Reviews

The work as a whole is exceptional, taking novice and scholar alike through the intricacies of man and work...
-British Bulletin of Publications