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A Page Of Madness: Cinema And Modernity In 1920S Japan (Volume 64) (Michigan Monograph Series In Japanese Studies)
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Kinugasa Teinosuke'S 1926 Film, A Page Of Madness (Kurutta Ichipeiji), Is Celebrated As One Of The Masterpieces Of Silent Cinema. It Was An Independently Produced, Experimental, Avantgarde Work From Japan Whose Brilliant Use Of Cinematic Technique Was Equal To If Not Superior To That Of Contemporary European Cinema. Those Studying Japan, Focusing On The Central Involvement Of Such Writers As Yokomitsu Riichi And The Nobel Prize Winner Kawabata Yasunari, Have Seen It As A Pillar Of The Close Relationship In The Taisho Era Between Film And Artistic Modernism, As Well As A Marker Of The Uniqueness Of Prewar Japanese Film Culture. But Is This Film Really What It Seems To Be? Using Meticulous Research On The Film'S Production, Distribution, Exhibition, And Reception, As Well As Close Analysis Of The Film'S Shooting Script (Which Is Not The Script Currently Attributed To Kawabata) And Shooting Notes Recently Made Available, Aaron Gerow Draws A New Picture Of This Complex Work, One Revealing A Film Divided Between Experiment And Convention, Modernism And Melodrama, The Image And The Word, Cinema And Literature, Conflicts That Play Out In The Story And Structure Of The Film And Its Context. Including A Detailed Analysis Of The Film And Translations Of Contemporary Reviews And Shooting Notes For Scenes Missing From The Current Print, Gerow'S Book Offers Provocative Insight Into The Fascinating Film A Page Of Madness Was And Still Is And Into The Struggles Over This Work That Tried To Articulate The Place Of Cinema In Japanese Society And Modernity.
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- Q: How many pages is 'A Page of Madness'? A: This book has one hundred thirty pages. It provides a thorough exploration of the film and its historical context.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures six point fourteen inches in length, nine point twenty-five inches in height, and zero point fifty-one inches in width.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is paperback bound, making it lightweight and flexible for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Page of Madness'? A: The author is Aaron Gerow, who provides detailed analysis and insights into the film.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Performing Arts, specifically focusing on Japanese cinema.
- Q: How can I analyze the film using this book? A: You can read the detailed analysis and insights provided by the author, along with translations of contemporary reviews.
- Q: Is this book suitable for film studies students? A: Yes, it is highly suitable for film studies students, especially those interested in Japanese cinema and modernism.
- Q: Can beginners understand the content in this book? A: Yes, beginners can understand it, as the book provides context and clarifications for complex themes.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Page of Madness'? A: The main theme revolves around the relationship between cinema and artistic modernism in Japan during the Taisho era.
- Q: How do I care for this paperback book? A: Keep it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition, and handle it gently to avoid creasing.
- Q: Is this book safe for all readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for a general audience, though it discusses complex themes related to mental health and society.
- Q: What if my book arrives damaged? A: If your book arrives damaged, you can contact customer service for a replacement or refund.
- Q: What if I don't understand the film references? A: You can refer to the detailed analyses provided in the book, which clarify the film's context and references.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included? A: Yes, it includes translations of contemporary reviews and shooting notes for scenes missing from the current print.
- Q: Is this book available in other formats? A: Currently, this book is only available in paperback format.
- Q: Can I find related works by the same author? A: Yes, you can explore other works by Aaron Gerow that discuss Japanese cinema and cultural studies.