Narrative theory and adaptation / Jason Mittell

Author:: Mittell, Jason
Published:: New York, NY : Bloomsbury Academic, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing Inc, 2017.
Copyright Date:: ©2017
Physical Description:: 144 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.

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Film theory in practice

Contents:

Machine generated contents note: 1.Narrative theory -- 2.Narrative theory and Adaptation -- Conclusion.

Summary:

"Narrative Theory and Adaptation offers a concise introduction to narrative theory in jargon-free language and shows how this theory can be deployed to interpret Spike Jonze's critically acclaimed 2002 film Adaptation. Understanding narrative theory is crucial to make sense of the award-winning film Adaptation. The book explicates, in clear prose for beginners, four key facets important to the narrative theory of film: the distinction between practical vs. critical theory, the role of adaptation, the process of narrative comprehension, and notions of authorship. It then works to unlock Adaptation using these four keys in succession, considering how the film demands a theoretical understanding of the storytelling process. In using this unusual case study of a film, the author makes the case for the importance of narrative theory as a general perspective for filmmakers, critics, and viewers alike."--

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ISBN:

9781501308383 hardcover ; alkaline paper
1501308386 hardcover ; alkaline paper
9781501308406 paperback ; alkaline paper
1501308408 paperback ; alkaline paper

Bibliography Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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