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Storytelling in World Cinemas. Volume 1 Forms

Storytelling in World Cinemas. Volume 1 Forms

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Publisher's Synopsis

Storytelling in World Cinemas, Vol. 1: Forms is an innovative collection of essays that discuss how different cinemas of the world tell stories. The book locates European, Asian, African, and Latin American films within their wider cultural and artistic frameworks, showing how storytelling forms in cinema are infused with influences from other artistic, literary, and oral traditions. This volume also reconsiders cinematic storytelling in general, highlighting the hybridity of 'national' forms of storytelling, calling for a rethinking of African cinematic storytelling that goes beyond oral traditions, and addressing films characterised by 'non-narration'. This study is the first in a two-volume project, with the second focusing on the contexts of cinematic storytelling.

About the Publisher

Wallflower Press

Columbia University Press seeks to enhance Columbia University's educational and research mission by publishing outstanding original works by scholars and other intellectuals that contribute to an understanding of global human concerns. The Press also reflects the importance of its location in New York City in its publishing programs. Through book, reference, electronic publishing, and distribution services, the Press broadens the university's international reputation.

Book information

ISBN: 9780231162050
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Imprint: Wallflower Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 791.4375
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 384g
Height: 233mm
Width: 155mm
Spine width: 14mm