Structuralist film theory

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Structuralist film theory is a branch of film theory that is rooted in structuralism, itself based on structural linguistics.

Overview

Structuralist film theory emphasizes how

Prague linguistic circle, dubbed the ostensive sign.[1]

Theoreticians

Film theorists associated with structuralism include Peter Wollen,[2] Sol Worth, Calvin Pryluck,[3] Christian Metz.[4] and Will Wright.[5]

See also

References

  1. ^ Sternagel, Jörg, Deborah Levitt, Dieter Mersch, and Lesley Stern. Acting and Performance in Moving Image Culture: Bodies, Screens, Renderings, 2012. p. 307.
  2. ^ "Peter Wollen obituary: the maven of British film theory | Sight & Sound". British Film Institute. 2019-12-20. Retrieved 2023-10-23.
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