Shot/Countershot

Exploring the concept of "counter-cinema," this book examines how films made by women offer a distinct perspective that challenges dominant cinematic traditions. Lucy Fischer argues for the existence of a unique women's film tradition through detailed analysis, connecting it to intertextuality and feminist criticism. Each chapter contrasts themes or genres—like the musical and the myth of womanhood—by juxtaposing feminist works with mainstream films, revealing how women's cinema not only critiques but also transforms conventional narratives.