Projecting Illusion offers a systematic analysis of the impression of reality in the cinema and the pleasure it gives to the film spectator. Film provides a compelling experience that can be considered as a form of illusion akin to the experience of day-dream and dream. Examining the concept of illusion and its relationship to fantasy in the experience of visual representation, Richard Allen situates his explanation within the context of an analytical criticism of contemporary film and critical theory. He argues that many ...
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Projecting Illusion offers a systematic analysis of the impression of reality in the cinema and the pleasure it gives to the film spectator. Film provides a compelling experience that can be considered as a form of illusion akin to the experience of day-dream and dream. Examining the concept of illusion and its relationship to fantasy in the experience of visual representation, Richard Allen situates his explanation within the context of an analytical criticism of contemporary film and critical theory. He argues that many contemporary film theorists correctly identify the significance of the impression of reality, although their explanation of it is incorrect because of an invalid philosophical understanding of the relationship between the mind, representation and reality. Offering a clear presentation and critique of the central arguments of contemporary film and critical theory, Allen also touches on fundamental issues in current discourses of philosophy, art history and feminist theory.
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New. Trade paperback (US). 192 p. Cambridge Studies in Film . 8 Halftones, unspecified; 3 Line drawings, unspecified. Intended for professional and scholarly audience.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN: 9780521587150.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Contains: Line drawings, Halftones. Cambridge Studies in Film . 11 b/w illus. Intended for professional and scholarly audience.
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Good. Hardcover This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Contains: Line drawings, Halftones. Cambridge Studies in Film . 11 b/w illus. Intended for professional and scholarly audience.
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Very good. Dust jacket has a mylar plastic cover which shows some rubbing and scuffing. Dust jacket itself is in great condition. Book itself shows some light edge scuffing but is largely in fantastic condition.
