Film Theory: An Introduction Through the Senses
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Romance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
232
Language
English
Published
Dec 16, 2009
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
0415801001
ISBN-13
9780415801003
Description
Exploring the intricate bond between cinema and its audience, this work presents a thought-provoking introduction to film theory through a sensory lens. Thomas Elsaesser and Malte Hagener delve into how various sensory experiences shape viewers’ interpretations and emotional responses to film. Through examining the ways senses inform our engagement with cinematic narratives, they illuminate the foundational theories that have emerged in the field.
By addressing the dynamic interplay between the film medium and spectator experience, the authors invite readers to rethink their interaction with movies. This compelling exploration encourages an appreciation for the nuanced ways in which sight, sound, and other senses contribute to the captivating world of cinema.
By addressing the dynamic interplay between the film medium and spectator experience, the authors invite readers to rethink their interaction with movies. This compelling exploration encourages an appreciation for the nuanced ways in which sight, sound, and other senses contribute to the captivating world of cinema.
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