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Dziga Vertov: Defining Documentary Film (KINO - The Russian and Soviet Cinema)

by Jeremy Hicks

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Documentary film has a long and rich history in Russia and the Soviet Union. From the early experiments of Dziga Vertov and Sergei Eisenstein to the groundbreaking work of Esfir Shub and Mikhail Romm, Russian and Soviet filmmakers have been at the forefront of documentary filmmaking.

This book explores the history and evolution of documentary film in Russia and the Soviet Union, from its origins in the early 20th century to its flourishing during the Soviet era and its subsequent decline after the collapse of the Soviet Union.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of documentary film in Russia and the Soviet Union. The second part examines the major themes and styles of Soviet documentary filmmaking. The third part looks at the legacy of Soviet documentary film and its influence on contemporary filmmaking.

Part 1: A History of Documentary Film in Russia and the Soviet Union

The first part of the book provides an overview of the history of documentary film in Russia and the Soviet Union. It begins with the early experiments of Dziga Vertov and Sergei Eisenstein in the 1920s and traces the development of documentary film through the Stalinist era, the Khrushchev Thaw, and the Brezhnev era.

The book also examines the role of documentary film in Soviet society. Documentary film was used to promote the Soviet regime, to educate the masses, and to document the achievements of the Soviet Union.

Part 2: The Major Themes and Styles of Soviet Documentary Filmmaking

The second part of the book examines the major themes and styles of Soviet documentary filmmaking. It discusses the use of montage, the role of the narrator, and the use of music and sound.

The book also examines the different types of documentary films that were produced in the Soviet Union, including newsreels, propaganda films, and educational films.

Part 3: The Legacy of Soviet Documentary Film

The third part of the book looks at the legacy of Soviet documentary film and its influence on contemporary filmmaking. It examines the work of contemporary Russian filmmakers who have been influenced by Soviet documentary film, such as Alexander Sokurov and Andrei Zvyagintsev.

The book also discusses the impact of Soviet documentary film on international filmmaking. Soviet documentary filmmakers have been praised for their innovative techniques and their ability to capture the human experience.

This book is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the history and evolution of documentary film in Russia and the Soviet Union. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in documentary filmmaking.

Dziga Vertov: Defining Documentary Film (KINO - The Russian and Soviet Cinema)

by Jeremy Hicks

5 out of 5