Refocus: The Later Films and Legacy of Robert Altman

The article explores Robert Altman's under-analysed period of his career, focusing on his lesser-known films from the 1970s. It highlights the artistic growth and experimentation during this time, including his use of non-professional actors and experimental storytelling techniques.
Robert Altman's lesser-known films from the 1970s are explored, highlighting his artistic growth and experimentation with non-professional actors and experimental storytelling techniques.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2022
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

"Robert Altman's career is often overlooked, with many of his films receiving little attention or appreciation. This essay aims to rectify that by examining an under-analysed period of his career, focusing on his films from 1967 to 1975.

During this period, Altman was at the height of his powers, creating some of his most iconic and influential films. His films from this period include "MASH," "Nashville," "The Long Goodbye," and "McCabe & Mrs. Miller."

"MASH" is a classic war film that follows the lives of four doctors in a military hospital during the Korean War. It is a powerful and emotional film that explores the themes of war, medicine, and human nature. "Nashville" is a sprawling epic that follows the lives of several characters in the music industry in Nashville, Tennessee. It is a complex and nuanced film that explores the themes of fame, success, and failure. "The Long Goodbye" is a detective film that follows the life of a private detective as he investigates the death of a former client. It is a dark and atmospheric film that explores the themes of mystery, obsession, and revenge. "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" is a western that follows the lives of two gunfighters in the Old West. It is a stylish and atmospheric film that explores the themes of violence, morality, and the nature of power.

Altman's films from this period are often praised for their innovative use of camera work, sound design, and storytelling. They are also known for their complex and nuanced characters, who are often portrayed as flawed and complex individuals.

In conclusion, Robert Altman's films from 1967 to 1975 are a testament to his talent and creativity as a filmmaker. They are a must-watch for anyone interested in cinema, and they offer a unique and insightful perspective on the world of film.
Robert Altman's career is often overlooked, with many of his films receiving little attention or appreciation. This essay aims to rectify that by examining an under-analysed period of his career, focusing on his films from 1967 to 1975.

During this period, Altman was at the height of his powers, creating some of his most iconic and influential films. His films from this period include "MASH," "Nashville," "The Long Goodbye," and "McCabe & Mrs. Miller."

"MASH" is a classic war film that follows the lives of four doctors in a military hospital during the Korean War. It is a powerful and emotional film that explores the themes of war, medicine, and human nature. "Nashville" is a sprawling epic that follows the lives of several characters in the music industry in Nashville, Tennessee. It is a complex and nuanced film that explores the themes of fame, success, and failure. "The Long Goodbye" is a detective film that follows the life of a private detective as he investigates the death of a former client. It is a dark and atmospheric film that explores the themes of mystery, obsession, and revenge. "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" is a western that follows the lives of two gunfighters in the Old West. It is a stylish and atmospheric film that explores the themes of violence, morality, and the nature of power.

Altman's films from this period are often praised for their innovative use of camera work, sound design, and storytelling. They are also known for their complex and nuanced characters, who are often portrayed as flawed and complex individuals.

In conclusion, Robert Altman's films from 1967 to 1975 are a testament to his talent and creativity as a filmmaker. They are a must-watch for anyone interested in cinema, and they offer a unique and insightful perspective on the world of film.

Weight: 554g
Dimension: 164 x 243 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474478854