Fassbinder Thousands of Mirrors

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Exploring the multifaceted life and work of Rainer Werner Fassbinder, this book combines elements of melodrama, biography, and thriller. Ian Penman crafts a vibrant narrative that mirrors Fassbinder's rapid filmmaking style, presenting him as an urban poet of a transformative era. The text weaves together themes of sex, drugs, art, and revolution, echoing the fragmented styles of notable literary figures. With compelling prose, it captures the chaotic essence of a pivotal time in culture and cinema.