Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
329
Language
French
Published
Oct 10, 2001
Publisher
GALILEE
ISBN-10
2718605634
ISBN-13
9782718605630
Description
In the third installment of his profound exploration of technology and time, Bernard Stiegler delves into the intricate relationship between cinema and temporality. He examines how film not only reflects but also shapes the human experience of time. Stiegler's work draws on a wide array of philosophical, historical, and cultural insights, weaving them into a narrative that challenges conventional perceptions of cinema as merely a medium for storytelling.
As he unfolds his argument, Stiegler invites readers to reconsider the role of cinematic techniques in creating a temporal experience that influences viewers’ consciousness. The text offers a compelling discourse on the implications of film in the digital age, urging an understanding of its impact on memory, identity, and the sociocultural fabric of contemporary life. Through his meticulous analysis, Stiegler positions cinema as a critical lens through which the complexities of time and technological advancement can be understood.
As he unfolds his argument, Stiegler invites readers to reconsider the role of cinematic techniques in creating a temporal experience that influences viewers’ consciousness. The text offers a compelling discourse on the implications of film in the digital age, urging an understanding of its impact on memory, identity, and the sociocultural fabric of contemporary life. Through his meticulous analysis, Stiegler positions cinema as a critical lens through which the complexities of time and technological advancement can be understood.