The Auteur Theory in Cinema
Words: 563 1771The notion of the auteur has sparked extensive discourse and contention within the domain of film studies since its inception. Originating from the French term for "author," the concept of the auteur denotes a filmmaker whose individual influence and artistic dominion over a film are so pronounced that they are esteemed as the architect of the cinematic creation. This exposition plunges into the essence of auteur theory, retraces its origins, and scrutinizes its ramifications for cinema and cultural scholarship. The […]