Republic of Images: A History of French Filmmaking

by Alan Williams and Alan Williams

Book Overview

Chronicling one of the greatest and most popular national cinemas, Republic of Images traces the evolution of French filmmaking from 1895--the year of the debut of the Cinematographe in Paris--to the present day. Alan Williams offers a unique synthesis of history, biography, aesthetics and film theory. He brings to life all of the major directors, setting before us the cultures from which they emerged, and sheds new light on the landmark...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0674762681
• ISBN13: 9780674762688
• Release Date: March 1992
• Publisher: Harvard University Press
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Excellent portrayal of the chronology of French Films

Williams takes the reader on an exotic journey of the landscape of French Filmmaking. Williams situates French film movements against the backdrop of the simultaneous and pioneering innovations both in France and the United States that eventually led to the film revolution. Williams' lucid writing provides both beginners and seasoned film analysts with insights about the influence French films on world cinema.