The Innocents
The Innocents by Christopher Frayling, published by Bloomsbury Academic on November 8, 2013, is a detailed exploration of Jack Clayton’s film adaptation of Henry James’s original novel, The Turn of The Screw. This edition, comprising 115 pages, delves into the film’s complex narrative and its impact on the horror genre, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding its ambiguous portrayal of ghosts.
In this introduction, Frayling traces the film’s development from its literary roots through various adaptations, including the 1950 stage version. The book incorporates unpublished materials from Jack Clayton’s archive, such as Truman Capote’s handwritten drafts, and features insights from interviews with key figures involved in the film’s production. Readers will find a thorough examination of the aesthetics of horror and the historical context that shaped this psychological thriller, making it a valuable reference for those interested in film history and criticism.
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Jack Clayton’s gothic masterpiece The Innocents, though not a commercial success on its release in 1961, has been hailed as one of the greatest psychological thrillers of all time. Dividing reviewers with its ambiguous depiction of ghosts, the film ignited a debate about the aesthetics of horror which still rages today.
In this stimulating introduction to The Innocents, Sir Christopher Frayling traces the film from its genesis in the original novel The Turn of The Screw by Henry James, via contemporary critical contexts and William Archibald’s 1950 stage adaptation of the same name, to the screenplay by William Archibald, Truman Capote and John Mortimer. Drawing on unpublished material from Jack Clayton’s archive – including Capote’s handwritten drafts for the film – and interviews with Deborah Kerr, Freddie Francis, and John Mortimer, Frayling explores how this classic ghost story came to life on screen.
This special edition features original cover artwork by Matthew Young.
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