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Bloem, Walter Julius
1898
1945
Bloem, Walter S.
Porterfield, Allen Wilson
1877
1952
Porterfield, Allen W.
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The soul of the moving picture
$aNew York :$bE. P. Dutton & Company, $c1924.
"The Soul of the Moving Picture" by Walter S. Bloem is a critical examination of film as a new art form, likely written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the intricate relationship between the emotional essence of moving pictures and their narrative structures, advocating for the recognition of film as a legitimate artistic medium. Bloem explores various aspects of filmmaking, delving into the tools of the trade, the importance of gesture, and the intricate dynamics between art and commerce in the film industry. At the start of this work, the author establishes a strong premise about the significance of the moving picture in modern society, arguing that it has profoundly influenced the collective psyche of people across the globe. He recognizes the skepticism surrounding the nascent film industry from more traditional art sectors but argues passionately for its value, emphasizing the emotional power that films wield. The opening discusses the evolution of film, articulating the importance of feeling over intellect in creating impactful cinema, and sets the stage for a thorough exploration of cinematic techniques and artistic intentions in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/soulofmovingpict00bloe
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Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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