Re: Violence in movies (pic unrelated)

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(re: violence in movies) -- Was [Straw Dogs]  ground-breaking?  other
notables?
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Straw Dogs: A Groundbreaking Exploration of Violence and Masculinity
Straw Dogs (1971), directed by Sam Peckinpah, is indeed considered a
groundbreaking film in terms of its depiction of violence and its
exploration of masculinity. ...........

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Other Notable Films with Groundbreaking Depictions of Violence:
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A Clockwork Orange (1971): Stanley Kubrick's dystopian film explores
themes of violence, free will, and societal control through its shocking
and visually striking imagery.  
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Taxi Driver (1976): Martin Scorsese's gritty drama offers a disturbing
portrait of a mentally unstable Vietnam veteran who descends into
violence.  
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I Spit on Your Grave (1978): This controversial film is known for its
extreme and graphic depictions of rape and revenge, making it a landmark
in exploitation cinema.  
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Natural Born Killers (1994): Oliver Stone's film explores themes of
media violence and the glorification of killers through its stylized and
hyper-violent aesthetic.  
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These films, along with Straw Dogs, have had a significant impact on the
cinematic landscape and continue to provoke debate and discussion.

[Pulp Fiction] and [True Romance] were also considered ground-breaking? other  notables?
Pulp Fiction (1994) and True Romance (1993) are both considered
groundbreaking films for their unique storytelling styles,
unconventional narratives, and memorable characters.
Pulp Fiction:
Nonlinear Narrative: Quentin Tarantino's signature nonlinear
storytelling style, with multiple plotlines converging and intersecting,
was a fresh approach to filmmaking at the time.
Genre-Bending: The film blends elements of crime, comedy, and drama,
defying traditional genre conventions.
Memorable Characters: The film introduced iconic characters like Jules
Winnfield, Vincent Vega, and Mia Wallace, who have become pop culture
references.
True Romance:
Dark Comedy: The film combines elements of romance, crime, and dark
comedy, creating a unique and often shocking tone.
Unconventional Love Story: The central love story between Clarence and
Alabama is unconventional and unconventional, defying traditional
Hollywood romantic tropes.
Iconic Dialogue: The film is filled with memorable lines and witty
dialogue, often delivered with Tarantino's trademark style.
Other Notable Groundbreaking Films:
The Godfather (1972): Francis Ford Coppola's epic crime drama redefined
the gangster film genre and introduced iconic characters like Vito
Corleone and Michael Corleone.
The Matrix (1999): The Wachowskis' sci-fi action film revolutionized
visual effects and introduced groundbreaking concepts like virtual
reality and the nature of reality itself.
Schindler's List (1993): Steven Spielberg's historical drama was a
powerful and moving portrayal of the Holocaust, earning critical acclaim
and numerous awards.
Trainspotting (1996): Danny Boyle's gritty British drama explored themes
of drug addiction, youth culture, and societal alienation in a visually
striking and uncompromising manner.