The Philosophy of Motion Pictures

<i>Philosophy of Motion Pictures</i> is a first-of-its-kind, bottom-up introduction to this bourgeoning field of study. Topics include film as art, medium specificity, defining motion pictures, representation, editing, narrative, emotion and evaluation. <br /> <ul> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>Clearly written and supported with a wealth of examples<br /> </li> <li>Explores characterizations of key elements of motion pictures –the shot, the sequence, the erotetic narrative, and its modes of affective address</li> </ul>