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Author: Sarah E. Fanning Publisher: Springer Nature ISBN: 3031178122 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 391
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This book explores the representation of real-life serial murders as adapted for the screen and popular culture. Bringing together a selection of essays from international scholars, Serial Killing on Screen: Adaptation, True Crime and Popular Culture examines the ways in which the screen has become a crucial site through which the most troubling of real-life crimes are represented, (re)constructed and made accessible to the public. Situated at the nexus of film and screen studies, theatre studies, cultural studies, criminology and sociology, this interdisciplinary collection raises questions about, and implications for, thinking about the adaptation and representation of true crime in popular culture, and the ideologies at stake in such narratives. It discusses the ways in which the adaptation of real-life serial murder intersects with other markers of cultural identity (gender, race, class, disability), as well as aspects of criminology (offenders, victims, policing, and profiling) and psychology (psychopathy, sociopathy, and paraphilia). This collection is unique in its combined focus on the adaptation of crimes committed by real-life criminal figures who have gained international notoriety for their plural offences, including, for example, Ted Bundy, Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, Aileen Wuornos, Jack the Ripper, and the Zodiac, and for situating the tales of these crimes and their victims’ stories within the field of adaptation studies.
Author: Sarah E. Fanning Publisher: Springer Nature ISBN: 3031178122 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 391
Book Description
This book explores the representation of real-life serial murders as adapted for the screen and popular culture. Bringing together a selection of essays from international scholars, Serial Killing on Screen: Adaptation, True Crime and Popular Culture examines the ways in which the screen has become a crucial site through which the most troubling of real-life crimes are represented, (re)constructed and made accessible to the public. Situated at the nexus of film and screen studies, theatre studies, cultural studies, criminology and sociology, this interdisciplinary collection raises questions about, and implications for, thinking about the adaptation and representation of true crime in popular culture, and the ideologies at stake in such narratives. It discusses the ways in which the adaptation of real-life serial murder intersects with other markers of cultural identity (gender, race, class, disability), as well as aspects of criminology (offenders, victims, policing, and profiling) and psychology (psychopathy, sociopathy, and paraphilia). This collection is unique in its combined focus on the adaptation of crimes committed by real-life criminal figures who have gained international notoriety for their plural offences, including, for example, Ted Bundy, Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, Aileen Wuornos, Jack the Ripper, and the Zodiac, and for situating the tales of these crimes and their victims’ stories within the field of adaptation studies.
Author: Richard Dyer Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1844579263 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 256
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Serial killing is an extremely rare phenomenon in reality that is none-theless remarkably widespread in the cultural imagination. Moreover, despite its rarity, it is also taken to be an expression of characteristic aspects of humanity, masculinity, or our times. Richard Dyer investigates this paradox, focusing on the notion at its heart: seriality. He considers the aesthetics of the repetition of nastiness and how this relates to the perceptions and anxieties that images of serial killing highlight in the societies that produce them. Shifting the focus away from the US, which is often seen as the home of the serial killer, Lethal Repetition instead examines serial killing in European culture and cinema – ranging from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean and from Britain to Romania. Spanning all brows of cinema – including avant-garde, art, mainstream and trash – Dyer provides case studies on Jack the Ripper, the equation of Nazism with serial killing, and the Italian giallo film to explore what this marginal and uncommon crime is being made to mean on European screens.
Author: Christopher Berry-Dee Publisher: Ad Lib Publishers Ltd ISBN: 1913543773 Category : True Crime Languages : en Pages : 159
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The depraved crimes of both real and imagined serial killers and mass murderers have long transfixed us in newspapers and books, but perhaps nowhere more so than on the big screen. Films such as Silence of the Lambs, Psycho and Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer have not only reached huge audiences but also allowed us into the minds of society’s most disturbed individuals. Bestselling author, Christopher Berry-Dee, talks to the serial killers whose wicked stories have most thrilled and fascinated us at the movies and, through far-ranging and disturbing interviews, he tells the stories of the mass murderers who provided the inspiration for some of cinema’s most shocking films. Serial Killers at the Movies takes the reader on an uncomfortable and truly dark journey into a lurid world of murder and deviancy.
Author: D. R. Werner Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 162
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Discover the chilling true stories of killers who stalked their victims undetected and remain free to this day... When you hear the word "monsters", you probably conjure visions of gruesome and otherworldly creatures -- vampires, spirits, demons, and more. Yet the most terrifying monsters in history aren't the ones you see on the big screen. No horror movie music cues when you cross paths with them or when they spot their first victim. No, these vicious killers are much subtler. These monsters are people. These are the killers who will walk away from a murder scene completely unphased by what they've done. The ones who pitilessly dump or hide bodies and then go about their day as usual. While you're likely familiar with the famous serial killers who have had their faces plastered on every television screen, that's only a part of the picture. One reason that people find these criminals so compelling is because they can rest easy at night knowing justice has been served, and the world has been made a little safer. Yes, these killers are shocking and perverse, yet there's a sense of comfort in knowing they won't be hunting for victims any time soon. But what about those who go undetected? In Unsolved Serial Killers, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: Explorations of the cities and historical contexts of the killings, so you understand the atmosphere when they were taking place In-depth profiles of the victims of each killer and what happened to them Comprehensive looks at the investigations, suspects, and actions of law enforcement while trying to identify the perpetrators The conspiracy theories and lasting legacies that surround these unknown predators The methodology of the killers and what those distinct patterns might reveal about their twisted inner psyche How gangs of serial killers like the Mad Killers of Belgium enthralled communities with fear and paranoia Public reactions to the murder sprees and the surprising ways that public opinion influenced investigations And much more. If you're a true crime junkie you may think you know the world of serial killers inside and out -- but prepare to be surprised by what you find within these pages. Many of these criminals' stories have been nearly lost to time, discarded amongst the drama and pace of the modern news cycle. Others have been eclipsed by even more horrific crimes that took place after their reign of terror. Yet their impact on the families and friends of the victims will never fade. These accounts are both thorough and compelling and will have you on the edge of your seat. If you're ready for the best true crime stories you've never heard before, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
Author: Sullivan Jack Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Ted Bundy is still in the heat of the 21st century, even though he died over 20 years ago, but the question remains why is Bundy still a fascination to many today? Why is society so fascinated by serial killers? One significant fascination is how serial killers possibly started, which takes to the start of the industrialization of cities. We began by living in small close communities where everyone knew each other, but as cities started to take over, people became strangers. Then people were in a compacted area under decay and poverty, leading to crime. Another factor was the impact of the media. Netflix came out with a series with the confession tapes of Ted Bundy and then released a movie about Ted Bundy featuring Zac Efron. In the US, at least, people are fascinated with crime shows, and Netflix wanted to capitalize on people's love for shows like CSI and Law and Order. As mentioned, Dahmer has also came out with a new show that tells his proper side of the story. Like Bundy's movie, it has taken off and the numbers the show has created doubled upon airing. Though people have looked at Dahmer with too many rose-colored lenses, as audience members seem to over-glorify Dahmer as they did Bundy and treat both killers more fiction related, like Pennywise or Micheal Myers. The victims of these families come out and are rightfully outraged by the success of the shows, as their loved-ones tragic deaths are broadcasted to screens all over the world as forms of entertainment. There's a sociological perception of why society has such a deep fascination with serial killers and crime; as a society, we are shocked by the actions of a killer like Bundy and Dahmer. Shows and movies like these give us a view into our world's decaying reality as we see the darker side of humanity. We like to look at what went wrong in that person's life that could bring them to do such horrible things to others. But the question remains: Are streaming services like Netflix spreading awareness or commercializing it?
Author: Jack Stich Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781973945130 Category : Languages : en Pages : 68
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The Story Behind One of the most Infamous Killers in American History! Read this book for FREE on Kindle Unlimited - Order Now! Ted Bundy, the Angel of Death, is one of the most infamous serial killers in the United States. All serial killers seem to have a storied past, one of heart break or pain, which caused them to become who they were or are. This book is here to provide you with Ted Bundy's story. He didn't start out being a murderer. His life began just like yours and mine. He was born in Burlington, Vermont. His childhood is what shaped him to be the killer he was. This book will cover his: - - His childhood years - - Murderous Beginnings - - Arrest - - Victims - - Capture, Trial, and Execution This book will tell you everything you want to know about the Angel of Death. You will see him in a new light. You could learn a thing or two that you didn't already know about him. Don't wait another minute to access this quick and powerful guide to Serial Killers order your copy today! It's fast and easy to purchase this fascinating book - just scroll up the right-hand side of your screen and click on the BUY NOW WITH ONE CLICK button.
Author: Christopher Berry-Dee Publisher: Ulysses Press ISBN: 156975778X Category : True Crime Languages : en Pages : 274
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14 horrific stories from the dark side of web. Chapter by chapter, this book presents an evil internet world where crimes are not impersonal identity thievery but rather viciously physically assaults on real people.
Author: Jeffrey A. Kottler Publisher: Prometheus Books ISBN: 1616142766 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 311
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How do we explain the lurid fascination that most people experience when confronted by real or simulated acts of violence, murder, horror, and crime? This is the subject examined in this candid assessment of our dark vicarious thrills. Based on a series of interviews with perpetrators, victims, and "consumers" of violence, including several celebrities, the author of a best-selling book on serial killers explores what there is about this subject that draws such a wide audience. Unlike many other books that attempt to probe the murky psyches of deviant individuals, this book focuses on normal, average people who, despite themselves, enjoy getting close to the most forbidden, perverse side of destruction and evil. The persons interviewed range from homicide detectives and emergency room personnel to a heavyweight boxer and groupies of serial killers on death row. The author considers ideas from a variety of theories and research to explain our responses to violence, raises questions about the shifting line between normal and abnormal, evaluates the confusion and ambivalence that many people feel when witnessing others'' suffering, and suggests future trends in society''s attitudes toward violence.
Author: Monique Mensah Publisher: ISBN: 9780983807001 Category : Drama Languages : en Pages : 336
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Lauren, Ryan, and Simone meet again after the tragedy that brought them all together ten years ago. A serial killer is on the loose in Detroit, murdering men and leaving her mark, and each of these women has a motive to kill. Simone, a sexual abuse survivor and advocate for young girls, has begun to heal her wounds over the past ten years, but she is still trying to reclaim her life. Her mother, Jessica, thinks it's unhealthy for Simone to immerse herself into a world of pain and jaded love when she has yet to fully heal herself. A new, unexpected love interest only complicates things further. Ryan is willing to do whatever it takes to become a mother, even if it means betrayal. With her biological clock screaming and a shameful ten-year secret bubbling to the surface, Ryan is determined to get what she wants, but she may lose her husband-and her mind-in the process. Lauren, one of Detroit's most prominent defense attorneys, redefines justice and seeks a way out of the career that has left her feeling trapped and torn. She can't set her moral standards aside for a $400,000 salary, winning acquittal after acquittal for the demonstratively guilty. But how far will she go to rid Detroit of its criminal filth? As Lauren, Ryan, and Simone's lives collide yet again, forcing them to deal with the tragedies of their pasts, the three women regretfully learn that no one is safe behind the thin shield of a Smoke Screen.
Author: Shaun Kimber Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 0230343694 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 168
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Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) is precisely that: a cold-eyed character study based on the crimes of Henry Lee Lucas, who was convicted of eleven murders in the 1980s. Director John McNaughton presents an unflinching portrayal of the semi-fictional Henry's crimes. The film proved immensely controversial, notably in the UK, where it confounded the British Board of Film Classification, which went so far as to re-edit a crucial scene, in addition to cutting others. Shaun Kimber's examination of the controversies surrounding Henry considers the history and implications of censors' decisions about the film on both sides of the Atlantic. Taking account of the views of audiences, critics and academics, both at the time the film was released and in the years since, Kimber also looks at the changing political, social and economic contexts within which the film was produced and has subsequently circulated. Henry continues to represent a key film within the horror genre, the history of censorship, and the study of film violence. Kimber's account of the film's production and its fortunes in the marketplace provides a fascinating case study of film censorship in action, and offers a sustained and wide-ranging analysis of what remains one of the most disturbing films ever made. 'An excellent in-depth analysis... Kimber effectively combines close readings of key scenes with detailed consideration of the history of different versions of Henry and its various engagements with critics, supporters and regulatory authorities.' Geoff King, Brunel University Shaun Kimber is a Senior Lecturer in the Media School at Bournemouth University.
Author: Sarah E. Fanning
Author: Sarah E. Fanning
Author: Richard Dyer
Author: Christopher Berry-Dee
Author: D. R. Werner
Author: Sullivan Jack
Author: Jack Stich
Author: Christopher Berry-Dee
Author: Jeffrey A. Kottler
Author: Monique Mensah
Author: Shaun Kimber