Fatal Spaces

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Focusing on the murder scene, this study explores the contrasting aesthetics, narratives, and moral visions of Fritz Lang and Alfred Hitchcock, two masters of suspense. It highlights how both directors utilize architecture and filmic space to convey a metaphysics of murder, while also addressing broader themes such as guilt, identity, and sexuality. The analysis delves into the influence each director had on the other, offering insights into the evolution of crime films and gothic melodramas. This book is particularly relevant for students and scholars of classic cinema and film aesthetics.