Critical Theory and Film brings together critical theory and film
to enhance the critical potential of both. The book focuses on the
Frankfurt School, most notably the works of Adorno and Horkheimer,
as well as associated thinkers.It seeks to demonstrate that cinema
can help critical theory repoliticize culture and society and
affirm the theoretical and political impact of cinematic knowledge.
After discussing how the Frankfurt School saw cinema as an
instrument of capitalism use to promote the cultural and political
regimentation of the masses, Vighi then proceeds to demonstrate
that critical theory can in fact suggest a different verdict on the
progressive potential of cinema. Each chapter focuses on a key
critical theory concept that is explained and redefined through
film analysis to unravel the hidden presuppositions and most
radical consequences of critical theory. A unique contribution to
the literature, this volume in the Critical Theory and Contemporary
Society series offer an innovative reading of film as a critical
tool, drawing on the latest developments in Lacanian theory.
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