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The Film Fetish (New Connections)
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Product Description This study discusses definitions of fetishism as they apply to film theory, using psychological concepts from Freud and Lacan, and Western Marxist concepts. The author attempts to extend feminist film theory on the subject of fetishism by going beyond gender to spectatorial responses to specific presentations. Fetishism is linked to the affective power of film and is located in its timestopping effect. The book examines empathic identification and also considers racism and the erotic as commodified in film. Films discussed include Casablanca, Sirks Magnificent Obsession, The Harder They Come, and Fort Apache. About the Author The Author: Kenneth Marc Harris is senior lecturer in American Studies at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand. His previous publications include two books and numerous articles on American literature and film.
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