Sergei Eisenstein

Sergei Mikhailovich Eisenstein was a pioneering Soviet film director and film theorist, known for his innovative use of montage and his influential works such as 'Battleship Potemkin' and 'October'.

Books

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  1. 1. Film Form

    Cover of 'Film Form' by Sergei Eisenstein

    "Film Form" is a seminal work in film theory and criticism that explores the complexities of film montage and its potential for creating meaning. The book compiles a series of essays that delve into the intricacies of film editing, arguing that the juxtaposition of images can produce ideas and emotional responses that are not inherent in the individual images themselves. The author, a pioneering filmmaker, uses examples from his own work and others' to illustrate how montage can manipulate time and space, evoke moods, and convey political messages, ultimately asserting that film is a powerful form of art capable of influencing thought and perception.

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