Debates Flashcards
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What is German Expressionism?
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- ## It is marked by the exaggerated use of visuals, lighting and focus on emotional experience over realism
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Why did German Expressionism occur?
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- It was a response to the anxieties and upheavel of the early 20th centruy
- The movement reflect the unease of rapid urbanisation, industrialisation and the somber impact of the WW1
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What is realism?
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- Realism refers to representing the world as faithfully and naturally as possible
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Who was Andre Bazin?
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- Andre Bazin was a prominent film critic who argues that any tool or technique to manipulate the audience’s perception should not be allowed as it goes against expressionism
- He argued in favour of realism as a truthful and valuable form of film expression as it respects the integrity of reality and able to capture the world
- He preferred Italian Neorealism as it captures an authentic portrayal of reality. Cinema should reflect the world directly without editing
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Who was George Melies?
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- He is an example of an expressive filmmaker who saw the potential of cinema to create special effects and fantasy world
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What was the Soviet Montage?
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- Focussed on the power of editing and images to create new meaning
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What is expressionism?
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- It is a movement that emphasizes the expression of inner emotions and thoughts rather than depicting the external world realistically
- It distorts reality which reflects a reaction to modernisation, urbanisation and trauma of WW1
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Is Buster Keaton expressionistic or realism?
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- Buster Keaton combines both aspects of fictional realism whilst also using expressionistic approaches for comedic effect
- He uses realism to reflect the context of America in the 1920’s
- Keaton’s lack of expression and dead pan expression makes his films more expressionistic and surreal
