The Aesthetics and Politics of Cinematic Pedestrianism: Walking in Films

The Aesthetics and Politics of Cinematic Pedestrianism explores the cinematic aesthetics of walking in the city, using literature from urban studies, film theory, and aesthetic philosophy to analyze how filmmakers articulated their objection to repressive structures through depictions of walking.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 14 November 2022
Publisher: Amsterdam University Press

The Aesthetics and Politics of Cinematic Pedestrianism: Walking in Films delves into a comprehensive exploration of the cinematic aesthetics employed by filmmakers to capture the physical and emotional essence of urban walking. Drawing from a diverse range of literature, including urban studies, film theory, and aesthetic philosophy, this groundbreaking monograph offers a unique perspective on the history of cinema by focusing on the act of walking. Through a series of in-depth case studies, the book sheds light on how filmmakers have expressed their opposition to oppressive structures through depictions of walking, a seemingly ordinary yet rebellious, bold, and resilient activity. By examining Henri Lefebvre's theory of space, Michel de Certeau's concept of pedestrian acts, and Jacques Rancière's exploration of the politics of aesthetics, Walking in Films traces the evolution of cinema in dialogue with the mobile body and the emergence of new visual styles and techniques. This insightful analysis provides a profound understanding of the ways in which cinematic pedestrianism shapes our perception of cities, our relationships with urban spaces, and our understanding of the human experience in the modern world.

Weight: 524g
Dimension: 241 x 161 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789463724753