Lecture 12 Flashcards
Who was Eadweard Muy bridge and why is he significant?
He captured motion in 1877 through sequential photography, paving the way for the development of motion pictures
What did the Lumiere brothers contribute to cinema?
- Held the first public film presentations in 1895
- All technological components necessary for motion pictures were in place
Who was Georges Melies, and what were his contributions to film?
- Was a pioneer in cinema, credited with inventing movies, science fiction films, colour films, special effects, and film editing
- He created groundbreaking films like A Trip To The Moon
- Despite his innovations, his career ended tragically with his studio demolished and his films destroyed
How did WWI shift the global film industry
By 1918 Hollywood controlled 98% of the worlds films, adopting a factory system approach where films were treated as investments not art
What was the United Artists Studio, and why was it founded?
Founded in 1919 by Charlie Chaplin and D.W. Griffith, United Artists responded to Hollywood’s factory system by seeking artistic independence
How did early cinema critique societal norms
Expressionist films used satire to critique the “American Dream” factory systems, and capitalism, often reflecting tensions between art and commerce
How is the modern film industry compared to early hollywood?
- The modern industry focuses on profits ,relying on formulaic ideals and sequels that previously succeed (Marvel, disney, Netflix)
- This reflects a “video game syndrome” with excessive stimulus and replication
What is the significance of Ready Player One in this context?
Directed by steven spielberg the film highlights themes of media overload the blending of reality with virtual experiences, mirroring trends in both films and video games
How did the factory system affect filmmaking?
Studio owners and investors controlled every aspect of production, leaving little room for artistic independent, This industrialized approach to cinema prioritized profits over creativity
