by Peter Wyeth (Author)
Cinematic analysis has often supported the notion that cinema can be understood by drawing parallels with language. Peter Wyeth contends that this analytical framework often fails to consider the fundamental fact of cinema's visual nature. In The Matter of Vision, Wyeth seeks to redress this oversight by grounding his analysis in neuroscience and evolutionary biology, finding herein the potential for a qualitatively superior understanding of the cinematic medium.
Author Biography
Peter Wyeth is a filmmaker with over 40 years of experience and is recognized internationally for his documentaries.
Number of Pages: 226
Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: February 27, 2015