Theories

Question 0

List 3 attributes of the FORMATIVE tendency as defined by Kracauer, and one example.

Answer 0

Art adds to or improves upon reality
Uses narrative, contrived spectacle and ideologies
Encompasses (to a certain extent) all contemporary cinema: from narrative to experimental to documentary
George Méliès’ “Trip to the Moon”

Question 1

List 3 attributes of the REALIST tendency as defined by Kracauer and one example.

Answer 1

Records physical reality and captures “the moment”
Extension of photography
Allows for stages and sets -> as long as they SEEM real

Lumières’ “Arrival of a Train”