Roberts, Ian
German Expressionism (Short Cuts)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905674602
- author:
- Roberts, Ian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Columbia University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 219mm
- Genre:
- Films, cinema
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
German Expressionist Cinema: The World of Light and Shadow (Short Cuts) by Ian Roberts This volume explores one of cinema's most historically important movements, German expressionist film. Emerging before Hollywood's golden age, this style produced some of cinema's most iconic images, with its vivid contrasts and dark spaces influencing many classic films. From the eerie landscapes of The Cabinet of Doctor Caligari to the haunting shadows of Nosferatu, Weimar cinema is renowned for its striking visuals and thought-provoking themes. This book delves into the technical and thematic developments of this movement, shedding light on both celebrated and lesser-known examples such as Asphalt. A valuable introduction to German expressionist film, this volume offers a fascinating insight into one of cinema's most significant periods.
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