Holland, Timothy (Assistant Professor, Dept. of Film and Media,

The Traces of Jacques Derrida's Cinema

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ISBN 13:: 9780197694381
author:: Holland, Timothy (Assistant Professor, Dept. of Film and Media,
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Oxford University Press, USA
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 288
Dimensions:: 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Philosophers, Arts & Photography,
Condition:: New
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The Traces of Jacques Derrida's Cinema by Timothy Holland is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of film and philosophy. This book delves into the work of influential philosopher Jacques Derrida, examining his passion for cinema and its significance in his oeuvre. Derrida's self-confessed love of films is revealed through his reluctance to write about the subject, despite its prevalence in his corpus. The book weaves together historical and speculative research to uncover the role of cinema in Derrida's philosophical enterprise. From notable film appearances to unrealized projects and correspondences with David Lynch's cinematic style, this meticulously detailed survey sheds new light on the centers and margins of Derrida's work. By interweaving different modes of research and writing, Timothy Holland provides a rigorous introduction to deconstruction while contributing to ongoing close analyses of Derrida's philosophy. This book is an essential resource for scholars and film enthusiasts alike, offering a nuanced understanding of Derrida's legacy in the field of film and media studies.

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