The Compound Cinema Harry Alan Potamkin 1977 First Edition Film Criticism

by Lewis Jacobs

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First edition

Dive into the influential world of early cinema criticism with "The Compound Cinema," a groundbreaking collection of film writings by Harry Alan Potamkin. This 1977 First Edition hardcover, meticulously selected, arranged, and introduced by Lewis Jacobs, offers a rare and profound look into the political, economic, and social dimensions of film from the perspective of a pivotal critic of the 1920s and 1930s. Published by Teachers College Press, Columbia University, this volume is an essential resource for understanding the evolution of film as an art form and a powerful medium for social commentary. This comprehensive anthology features Potamkin's incisive essays on film theory, technique, and society, including critiques of major directors and the broader landscape of cinema history. Collectors and scholars interested in film studies, cinema history, Marxist criticism, and media theory will find this book invaluable. It includes extensive bibliographical references, detailed indexes, and a compelling foreword by Lewis Jacobs, making it a cornerstone for any serious exploration of early 20th-century film thought. The book is presented with its original dust jacket and features a burgundy cloth cover with elegant gold-stamped spine text, reflecting its academic significance and enduring appeal.

• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Year: 1977
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780807715598
• Condition: Very Good

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