Introduction: Jonze Between the Lines

Abstract

<p>Wilkins and Moss-Wellington describe Spike Jonze's emergence as a unique voice in American filmmaking at the turn of the millennium, analysing the way his work crosses boundaries between philosophy and genre entertainment, commercial and subversive imperatives, independent and Hollywood modes of production, short work and features. After broadly surveying Jonze's career and articulating its importance within film studies, the ensuing chapters are introduced.</p>