European Cinema and Continental Philosophy : Film As Thought Experiment

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Explore the intersection of European cinema and continental philosophy with this groundbreaking volume. This book examines how contemporary European films contribute to political and philosophical discussions about Europe's core Enlightenment values, addressing challenges posed by globalization, multiculturalism, and post-nation state democracy. Delve into debates surrounding post-secular and post-Enlightenment philosophy, and understand European cinema's position beyond Hollywood competition and self-exoticism. Featuring analyses of key filmmakers and philosophers like Claire Denis, Aki Kaurismäki, Michael Haneke, and Fatih Akin, alongside thinkers such as Jean-Luc Nancy, Julia Kristeva, Slavoj Žižek, Alain Badiou, and Jacques Rancière, this work assesses European cinema's critical questions within a global context. Its unique combination of political and philosophical thinking is set to shape film philosophy discussions for years to come. Product Summary: This paperback book, written by Thomas Elsaesser and published by Bloomsbury Academic in 2018, delves into the relationship between European cinema and continental philosophy. It analyzes how films engage with political and philosophical ideas in the context of modern European challenges. Key features include discussions on filmmakers and philosophers, presented in English with 352 pages.