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The Continuing Adventures of the "Inherently Unfilmable" Book: Zack Snyder's Watchmen.

Authors :
TAYLOR, AARON
Source :
Cinema Journal. Winter2017, Vol. 56 Issue 2, preceding p125-131. 8p.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The article discusses the film adaptation, directed by Zack Snyder, of the graphic novel "Watchmen," illustrated by Dave Gibbons and written by Alan Moore. Emphasis is given to topics such as fidelity to source material, the cultivation of cross-referential practices in the context of multiple viewings, and viewing practices that favor the devotion and attention of fans.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00097101
Volume :
56
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Cinema Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
120750299
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/cj.2017.0007