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film theory

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film theory

Theory developed to explain the nature of films and how they produce emotional and mental effects on the audience. It recognizes the cinema as a distinct art form. See also auteur theory, documentary film, Sergei Eisenstein, film noir, New Wave.

film theory [′film ‚thē·ə·rē]
(physics)
A theory of the transfer of material or heat across a phase boundary, where one or both of the phases are flowing fluids, the main controlling factor being resistance to heat conduction or mass diffusion through a relatively stagnant film of the fluid next to the surface. Also known as boundary-layer theory.
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Princeton University) wide-ranging collection, contributors explore theoretical and methodological questions about feminist film theory, and present close analyses of American, European, and Russian films from various genres and points in time.
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