`John White's erudite and expansive new work revitalises our approach to and understanding of European art cinema. Expertly tracing the history of the genre, White's book offers a compelling set of case studies - from Lang to Bresson to Bergman to von Trier - that get straight to the heart of what makes these films so sophisticated, enduring and meaningful.' ... Read more Ben McCann, Associate Professor and Head of French Studies, University of Adelaide, Australia `This rich and meticulously researched text, with its compelling blend of context, theory and case studies, offers a fresh and refreshing approach to a complex body of cinema. Clearly written and organised, with detailed filmic analysis throughout, the book acknowledges the challenges of tackling a contested area of film studies and provides a fearless re-evaluation of art film for cinema exhibition made in Europe.' Sarah Barrow, Head of the School of Film and Media, University of Lincoln, UK Show Less