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Second Takes
A Fresh Look at Classic World Cinema: Essays
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Gain a Fresh Perspective on Classic World Cinema Without Getting Lost in Theories
Imagine applying proven film criticism principles to any movie you watch, enriching your experience exponentially.
A collection of fifty essays, each of which delves into the cultural, artistic, and technical aspects that make these films enduring masterpieces, providing readers with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the art of cinema.
Readers will learn how to analyze films more thoughtfully, uncovering hidden themes, stylistic nuances, and cultural implications.
By reading Second Takes, readers will gain a broad understanding of the development of cinema and film criticism over time.
The book's compelling introduction provides a comprehensive review of the history of film criticism, tracing its evolution and significance.
Uncover overlooked or rarely discussed films, expanding your cinematic knowledge beyond the obvious.
Naser Mojtahed, an accomplished movie critic with a deep understanding of the medium, guides you through the captivating world of film criticism.
Imagine having a curated list of vast resources at your fingertips, allowing you to deepen your understanding of the art of cinema even further.
In this book, you will discover:
• How our primary emotional response to what we see on the screen shapes our intellectual reaction.
• The composition of a scene, including camera movements and the relationship between characters and the camera, known as mise en scène, works together to guide the viewer's focus and convey underlying themes.
• How our primary emotional response to what we see on the screen shapes our intellectual reaction.
• American cinema, often regarded as mere entertainment, possesses a profound aesthetic depth that is frequently underestimated by audiences.
• Why do critics often consider American cinema to be an entertainment with no artistic value?
• Identifying distinctive directorial signatures and how the masters of cinema leave their mark on their films.
• Understanding different movements in film history and how they left their impact on other filmmakers not involved with the movement.
• What was the role of Auteur theory in introducing a new perspective in film criticism?
• How did the prominent European directors struggle to make movies in Hollywood?
• Extensive chapters on Bunuel, Renoir, and Japanese cinema, featuring Ozu and Mizoguchi, provide an excellent perspective for further study of these great filmmakers.
Pick up a copy of the book today and begin your fascinating journey in the world of film criticism.
About the Author:
Naser Mojtahed's passion for cinema began in high school. Though he followed family tradition by enrolling in medical school at Tehran University, as he expanded his exposure to cinema and its literature, he developed a deeper understanding of the medium. At the same time, he was engaged in translating movie reviews from English-language periodicals for various newspapers and magazines. Following the launch of the Tehran Film Festival, he was invited to contribute to film criticism, thereby establishing his voice in cinematic discourse.In 1988, he left his country to follow the practice of gastroenterology in the United States. Despite the heavy demands of the medical profession, his dedication to cinema never wavered. He continued watching films extensively, recording his thoughts while raising new questions with repeated viewings. Over time, these notes evolved into essays, ultimately forming the foundation of this book.
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