Images Without the Central Conflicts

The article explores the subversive approach of the Chilean filmmaker Raúl Ruiz to filmmaking and film theory. It delves into his belief that images and visuals convey meaning independently and disproportionately compared to words, thus liberating narrative structures. This approach offers viewers an experience where fiction both challenges and interacts with reality, potentially creating a tangible impact. Ruiz’s works are rich with elements of folklore, mythology and political commentary, weaving dreams, rituals and everyday events into a complex cinematic language. His films resist the oversimplification of narratives centred around a central conflict, inviting audiences to engage actively and thoughtfully with the film’s content.

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