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Since publication of the first edition in 1974, Leo Braudy and Marshall Cohen's Film Theory and Criticism has been the most widely used and cited anthology of critical writings about film. Now in its seventh edition, this landmark text continues to offer outstanding coverage of more than a century of thought and writing about the movies. Incorporating classic texts by pioneers in film theoryincluding Rudolf Arnheim, Siegfried Kracauer, and Andr Bazinand cuttingedge essays by such contemporary scholars as David Bordwell, Tania Modleski, Thomas Schatz, and Richard Dyer, the book examines both historical and theoretical viewpoints on the subject.Building upon the wide range of selections and the extensive historical coverage that marked previous editions, this new compilation stretches from the earliest attempts to define the cinema to the most recent efforts to place film in the contexts of psychology, sociology, and philosophy, and to explore issues of gender and race. Reorganized into eight sectionseach comprising the major fields of critical controversy and analysisthis new edition features reformulated introductions and biographical headnotes that contextualize the readings, making the text more accessible than ever to students, film enthusiasts, and general readers alike. The seventh edition also integrates exciting new material on feminist theory, queer cinema, and global cinema, as well as a new section, 'Digitization and Globalization,' which engages important recent developments in technology and world cinema.A wideranging critical and historical survey, Film Theory and Criticism remains the leading text for undergraduate courses in film theory. It is also ideal for graduate courses in film theory and criticism.ABOUT THE EDITORSLeo Braudy is University Professor and Bing Professor of English at the University of Southern California. Among other books, he is author of Native Informant: Essays on Film, Fiction, and Popular Culture (OUP, 1991), The Frenzy of Renown: Fame and Its History (OUP, 1986), and most recently, From Chivalry to Terrorism: War and the Changing Nature of Masculinity (2003).Marshall Cohen is University Professor Emeritus and Dean Emeritus of the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California. He is coeditor, with Roger Copeland, of What Is Dance? Readings in Theory and Criticism (OUP, 1983) and founding editor of Philosophy and Public Affairs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Film Theory and Criticism'? A: 'Film Theory and Criticism' focuses on the critical writings about film, providing a comprehensive anthology that covers over a century of thought and analysis in the field.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is edited by Leo Braudy and Marshall Cohen, both esteemed scholars in the field of film studies.
- Q: How many pages does the seventh edition contain? A: The seventh edition contains a total of 928 pages.
- Q: What new material is included in the latest edition? A: The seventh edition includes new material on feminist theory, queer cinema, global cinema, and a section on 'Digitization and Globalization'.
- Q: Is 'Film Theory and Criticism' suitable for undergraduate students? A: 'Film Theory and Criticism' is ideal for undergraduate courses in film theory, making it accessible for both students and general readers.
- Q: What topics are covered in this anthology? A: The anthology covers historical and theoretical viewpoints on film, including discussions on psychology, sociology, philosophy, gender, and race.
- Q: Are there any biographical headnotes in the book? A: Yes, the seventh edition features reformulated introductions and biographical headnotes that provide context for the readings.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: When was the seventh edition published? A: The seventh edition of 'Film Theory and Criticism' was published on January 14, 2009.
- Q: Is this book suitable for graduate courses? A: 'Film Theory and Criticism' is also suitable for graduate courses in film theory and criticism, providing in-depth analysis and discussions.