Name: Snuff
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Author: Mark McKenna
ISBN: 9781800859395

Type

Physical Book

Author

Mark McKenna

Publisher

Liverpool University Press

Language

English

Pages

112

Format

Paperback

ISBN13

9781800859395

Synopsis "Snuff"

Snuff (1976) occupies a unique place in cinematic history, as the first commercially successful film to capitalise upon the myth of the 'snuff' movie. By blending cinema verité styling with a media moral panic, savvy producer Allan Shackleton's blending of a long-forgotten exploitation film with a newly filmed bloody, if unconvincing conclusion, only served to consolidate the belief that somewhere, at some time, someone was killed on camera in an attack that was as much about the sexual gratification of the film's intended audience, as it was about the commercial rewards for those producing the film. In the years since its release, the film has been routinely cited as 'evidence' of the snuff movie's existence, contributing to a cultural history that exists outside of the film. This book explores the production, distribution and exhibition of the film Snuff, alongside that cultural history, considering how a scarcely seen exploitation film contributed to a popular understanding of the snuff movie. It assesses the cultural, cinematic and political legacy of the film and asks whether the established definition of what might constitute a snuff movie, that was defined 45 years ago, is sufficient in an attention economy that is based upon participatory culture.

Mark McKenna

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Mark McKenna is a veteran American comic book inker and author with a prolific career spanning over three decades. Born in New York, McKenna has worked for major comic book publishers such as Marvel and DC Comics, participating in more than 600 titles. His versatile style and ability to complement the work of various artists have made him a respected figure within the industry.

One of his most notable contributions was his work as an inker on the Animal Man series, especially during the period written by Peter Milligan, compiled in the DC Omnibus. During this time, McKenna helped shape the visual tone of the character's dark and experimental phase, adding details and textures that enhanced the psychological and surreal approach of the narrative.

In addition to his work as an inker, McKenna has also created original content, including his children's series Banana Tail, and has been involved in independent comic projects. With a career dedicated to sequential art, McKenna continues to be an active presence at conventions and collaborations within the comic world, leaving a lasting mark on both classic superheroes and more alternative works.

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