Jean Epstein: Corporeal Cinema and Film Philosophy

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Focusing on the influential filmmaker and thinker Jean Epstein, this comprehensive study explores his fiction, documentary films, and philosophy of cinema. It traces Epstein's intellectual journey, linking his medical background to his innovative concepts of photogénie and embodiment in viewing. The analysis covers his notable films that blend avant-garde with melodrama, his metaphysical Brittany cycle, and his commitment to social issues through documentary. The conclusion connects Epstein's themes to contemporary cinema, making this work essential for scholars across various disciplines.