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Scorsese, Shutter Island, and the cinematic shadow world of mental illness
by Rob Nelson   posted Feb 19, 2010

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For a complete misreading of the film refer to A.O. Scott's review in the NYT.
blam61   posted 19.02.10

Bravo, Mr. Nelson! It's mind blowing that a movie this complex can get made in Hollywood during the James Cameron era. I think Scorsese has made his 'Persona', but even more far reaching. This film will be taught and talked about for years to come, and not only because its trailer is one of the most misleading of all time.
blam61   posted 19.02.10

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Rob Nelson is a member of the National Society of Film Critics and an adjunct instructor of film studies at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

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