Slow Places in Bela Tarr's Films: The Intersection of Geography, Ecology and Slow Cinema

Slow Places in Béla Tarrs Films examines Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarrs approach to creating geographies of indifference through slow cinema techniques, with interiors providing claustrophobic environments and exteriors becoming landscapes. Clara Orban utilizes close readings of Tarrs films, poems, filmography, and an interview to explore the geographic locations and ecological implications of his productions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2021
Publisher: Lexington Books

Slow Places in Béla Tarrs Films delves into the artistic approach of Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, who employs slow cinema techniques to craft geographies of indifference. Clara Orban, in her comprehensive analysis, observes that Tarr's films create claustrophobic interiors where human relationships struggle to thrive, while his exteriors transform into vast landscapes where characters wander aimlessly. Additionally, Orban highlights Tarr's sparing use of animals, which serves as a contrast to the indifferent humans who inhabit these spaces. Orban employs close readings of Tarr's films, including his earlier short films, alongside relevant poems, a comprehensive filmography, and an insightful interview with Tarr to enhance her analysis. Ultimately, this book provides a accessible yet detailed exploration of the geographic locations and ecological implications of Tarr's entire filmography.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 236 x 158 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793645647