We tackled the daunting task of trying to figure out what postmodernism is in film. One thing we agreed on, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind may just fit the bill.Postmodernism in Film
organization of film industry – mass production to flexible independent production
exemplify postmodern themes or offer images of pomo society – dystopian sci-fi
bricolage - playful mixing of elements (genre for us) – we could also use pastiche for mixing of film elements such as live action and animation
nostalgia – reflect on past but w/o real exploration
intertextuality / blank parody – Hot Fuzz and homage
erasure of boundary between past, present & future
self-referential – break down 4th wall
no separation between high and low films and techniques
We could also possibly add the idea of voyeurism to this list, but let’s discuss that next week. If you have any comments on Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, please add them here. Or are you scared? Are you chicken?
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