Thinking Revolution Through Film

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Exploring the interplay between film and revolution, this book delves into how revolutions are shaped by the spectators rather than the actors. Drawing on Hannah Arendt's insights, it presents a theoretical framework that emphasizes the relationship between time, movement, and historicity. By analyzing three audiovisual representations of revolution, including Abel Gance's epic on the French Revolution, the study redefines film as a medium that fosters critical thinking about revolutionary concepts, rather than merely inciting agitation.