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Narration in Light: Studies in Cinematic Point of View
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Narration in Light: Studies in Cinematic Point of View Paperback - 1988

by George M. Wilson

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A full understanding and appreciation of narrative film, George Wilson argues, requires a concept of point of view necessarily distinct from, yet comparable to, contemporary theories of point of view in prose fiction. "Narration In Light" lays the foundations for a new account of cinematic point of view.

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The Johns Hopkins University Press, 1988. Paperback. New. reprint edition. 236 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches.
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  • Title Narration in Light: Studies in Cinematic Point of View
  • Author George M. Wilson
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Condition New
  • Pages 240
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher The Johns Hopkins University Press
  • Date 1988
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # x-0801837502
  • ISBN 9780801837500 / 0801837502
  • Weight 0.79 lbs (0.36 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.02 x 6.14 x 0.59 in (22.91 x 15.60 x 1.50 cm)
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 85019765
  • Dewey Decimal Code 791.43

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From the publisher

A full understanding and appreciation of narrative film, George Wilson argues, requires a concept of point of view necessarily distinct from, yet comparable to, contemporary theories of point of view in prose fiction. Now available in paperback, Narration in Light lays the foundations for a new account of cinematic point of view.

Focusing on the special ways in which a film controls the access of its viewers to the events that constitute its narrative, Wilson offers close viewings of five classic Hollywood movies: You Only Live Once, North by Northwest, Letter from an Unknown Woman, The Devil Is a Woman, and Rebel without a Cause. His enlightening and entertaining interpretations reveal surprising power and complexity in popular, major-studio films. Their point-of-view strategies allow them to present both obvious and oblique perspectives on their subjects, providing subtle critiques of ideology within conventional drama and narrative.

First line

There are moments in some films which suddenly force us to reconsider, for at least an instant, our complacent ways of watching at the cinema.

From the rear cover

A full understanding and appreciation of narrative film, George Wilson argues, requires a concept of point of view necessarily distinct from, yet comparable to, contemporary theories of point of view in prose fiction. Now available in paperback, 'Narration In Light' lays the foundations for a new account of cinematic point of view.

About the author

George M. Wilson is professor of philosophy at the Johns Hopkins University and the author of The Intentionalisty of Human Action.