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The Trouble with Carol: The Costs of Feeling Good in Todd Haynes's [Safe] and the American Cultural Landscape.

Authors :
Grossman, Julie
Source :
Other Voices: The (e) Journal of Cultural Criticism; 2007, Vol. 3 Issue 2, p10-10, 1p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The author discusses the character of Carol White in the film "[Safe]" directed by Todd Haynes. She describes the character of White. She explains how reading "[Safe]" in juxtaposition to "The Yellow Wallpaper" helps illuminate the feminist spirit of the film. She believes Haynes is the ultimate Foucauldian social problem film director.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10942254
Volume :
3
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Other Voices: The (e) Journal of Cultural Criticism
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
26129039