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What Is Cinema? Vol. 1
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Andr Bazin'S What Is Cinema? (Volumes I And Ii) Have Been Classics Of Film Studies For As Long As They'Ve Been Available And Are Considered The Gold Standard In The Field Of Film Criticism. Although Bazin Made No Films, His Name Has Been One Of The Most Important In French Cinema Since World War Ii. He Was Cofounder Of The Influential Cahiers Du Cinma, Which Under His Leadership Became One Of The World'S Most Distinguished Publications. Championing The Films Of Jean Renoir (Who Contributed A Short Foreword To Volume I), Orson Welles, And Roberto Rossellini, He Became The Protg Of Franois Truffaut, Who Honors Him Touchingly In His Forword To Volume Ii. This New Edition Includes Graceful Forewords To Each Volume By Bazin Scholar And Biographer Dudley Andrew, Who Reconsiders Bazin And His Place In Contemporary Film Study. The Essays Themselves Are Erudite But Always Accessible, Intellectual, And Stimulating. As Renoir Puts It, The Essays Of Bazin Will Survive Even If The Cinema Does Not.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1'? A: The main theme of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is the exploration of cinema as an art form, emphasizing its aesthetic and philosophical significance through André Bazin's critical essays.
- Q: Who is the author of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1'? A: The author of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is André Bazin, a prominent figure in film criticism and co-founder of the influential publication Cahiers du Cinéma.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in film studies? A: Yes, 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for beginners while still being intellectually stimulating for more advanced readers.
- Q: What notable contributions does this book include? A: This edition includes forewords by Dudley Andrew, along with contributions from film legends such as Jean Renoir and François Truffaut, providing context and insight into Bazin's influence.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1'? A: The publication date of 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is December 13, 2004.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book be considered a classic in film studies? A: Yes, 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is considered a classic in film studies and is regarded as a gold standard in the field of film criticism.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is sold in new condition.
- Q: Is there a second volume of 'What Is Cinema?'? A: Yes, 'What Is Cinema? Vol. 1' is part of a two-volume set, with Volume II also available.