ISMS Flashcards
Discuss the impact of WWII and industrialisation on the development of expressionism. How did these factors influence the themes and style of expressionist art and drama?
Expressionism emerged in response to the trauma in WWII, reflecting the disillusionment and chaos of the era. The brutality of war and societal upheaval fueled a desire to express inner emotional realities rather than external appearances. The rapid industrialisation led to alienation and dehumanisation, which expressionism captured through distorted forms and intense emotional expression
Explain how expressionism uses distorted forms and episodic structures to convey emotional experience.
Used to represent inner emotional states rather than realistic depictions. This distortion can manifest in exxagurated shapes and colours. The episodic structures are often fragmented, reflecting the disjointed nature of modern existence.
Describe the influence of technological advances and the desire for modernity on the futurist movement.
The rapid development of technology and industry inspired futurisms celebration of speed, technology and innovation.
Identify and explain the innovative techniques used by futurists to represent modernity and technology. How did these techniques differ from traditional artistic forms?
Futurism employed techniques like dynamic movement and fragmentation to capture the energy of modern life. Traditional forms were abandoned in favour of portraying the speed and excitement of technological advancement.
