Ridiculous Film Plots

Harriet Bookman

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Summary

Ridiculous Film Plots explores the bizarre and often hilarious world of cinema where narratives go off the rails. It's not about critiquing masterpieces but rather celebrating films whose plots become infamous for their incoherence. The book examines how mishandled narrative elements, like plot holes and inconsistent character motivations, contribute to these nonsensical outcomes.

 
Did you know that some of these films become cult classics, cherished precisely for their narrative absurdity? The book analyzes the historical and cultural influences that might have led to these outlandish stories, considering factors like studio interference and experimental filmmaking. It argues that these "bad" plots can reveal much about filmmaking trends and audience expectations.

 
Beginning with a theoretical framework, Ridiculous Film Plots then delves into specific categories of convoluted plots, such as time-travel paradoxes and dream-within-a-dream scenarios, and culminates in a discussion of why these films appeal to audiences. Through script analysis and consideration of audience reactions, the book takes a conversational yet analytical approach.

 
It’s aimed at film students, screenwriters, and anyone who appreciates the absurdity of cinema, offering a fresh perspective on film analysis by exploring narrative failures.

Available since: 03/29/2025.

Print length: 61 pages.

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