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The end of the auteur?


Auteur theory says a director’s vision is present in every frame. What happens if they turn out to be a liability?

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What is Auteur Theory? | Deep Focus

Pan's Labyrinth - The Pale Man article

Truffaut on the Auteur Theory

Why Are Wong Kar-Wei Films so Dreamy?

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Superimposition in film

House of Flying Daggers - mise-en-scene

Vertigo: An Introduction

The Origins of Auteur Theory

Zhang Yimou - Visionary of China's past

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5 Brilliant Moments in Patterns

How Ofcom is helping children to be safer online – a guide for parents

Film post-production explained

Computer Science

Pupil Premium Strategy Statement

Sixth Form Course Information

Hartismere Art & Photography Exhibition 2025

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