Nichols, Bill (EDT)/
Cinema's Alchemist
- ISBN 13:
- 9780816648757
- author:
- Nichols, Bill (EDT)/
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Minnesota Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 25.15 x 17.78 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Cinema's Alchemist: The Films of Péter Forgács explores the unique artistry of Hungarian filmmaker Péter Forgács. Based on home movies from the 1930s to the 1960s, Forgács transforms ordinary footage into extraordinary films that remember the past in meaningful ways for our future. This book brings together a range of perspectives on Forgács' work, including contributions from film scholars and experts. By examining his use of archival material, the authors shed light on the imagination and skill involved in creating these remarkable films. Through its sustained exploration of Forgács' practice, Cinema's Alchemist offers valuable insights into the art of filmmaking and the power of memory in shaping our understanding of history.