{"product_id":"prevenge-9781800855946","title":"Prevenge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePrevenge (2016) is a dark horror movie about a pregnant woman's serial killing journey. It deconstructs slasher mythology and challenges stereotypes, with new exclusive input from writer, director, and star Alice Lowe. The book examines the film's inception and development, its debts to cult British cinema, and its connections to other 'Monstrous Child' features. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 104 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 December 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Liverpool University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrevenge (2016) is a captivatingly dark 21st-century horror film that delves into the chilling serial killing journey of a heavily pregnant Ruth. This film is a masterfully crafted narrative that seamlessly blends elements of comedy and tragedy, navigating the delicate line between the two genres. By incorporating a kitchen sink approach alongside a supernatural revenge plot, Prevenge creates a unique and engaging storytelling experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the Devil's Advocates series, this book explores the ways in which the film deconstructs the slasher mythology and the inherent sexism present within it. It also challenges stereotypical representations of the 'weak woman' and the 'delicate mother.' Through exclusive input from writer, director, and star Alice Lowe, the text delves into the inception and development of Prevenge, assessing its debts to cult British cinema and its connections to other iconic 'Monstrous Child' silver screen features such as Rosemary's Baby, Alien, Village of the Damned, and many more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrevenge is a film that refuses to be pigeonholed into any one genre, and its exploration of themes such as pregnancy, motherhood, and revenge is both thought-provoking and unsettling. It is a testament to the power of cinema to challenge societal norms and push boundaries, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who sees it. Whether you are a fan of horror or simply looking for a film that challenges your perceptions of gender and power, Prevenge is a must-watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 122g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 135 x 191 x 9 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781800855946\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Andrew Graves","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099370615034,"sku":"9781800855946","price":6.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646209011039_book.jpg?v=1646926716","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/prevenge-9781800855946","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}