The Photoplay: A Psychological Study by Hugo Münsterberg

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Author Münsterberg, Hugo, 1863-1916
Title The Photoplay: A Psychological Study
Note Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Photoplay: A Psychological Study" by Hugo Münsterberg is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the psychology and aesthetics of moving pictures, exploring how films create emotional and cognitive experiences in viewers. It examines the evolution of cinema from its beginnings to a powerful art form, emphasizing its unique psychological impacts. The opening of the book provides a historical overview of moving pictures, beginning with early inventions that set the stage for cinema. Münsterberg discusses key developments, from the first experiments with motion in devices like the phenakistoscope and zoetrope to the commercial success of Edison's kinetoscope. He outlines the gradual transition from simple, brief clips to the elaborate, multifaceted narratives presented in modern film, setting the foundation for his exploration of the psychological mechanisms behind how moving images affect perception and emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Motion pictures -- Psychological aspects
Subject Motion pictures -- Aesthetics
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EBook-No. 15383
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Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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