Between Film and Screen

Explore the intricate relationship between film and literature in Between Film and Screen by Garrett Stewart. Published by The University of Chicago Press in 2000, this thought-provoking paperback spans 408 pages, delving into the concept of the photogram as an essential undertext of screen images. Stewart uncovers the unexpected connections between early modernist writers such as Henry James, Joseph Conrad, E.M. Forster, and James Joyce, and the cinematic world. Through a critical lens, the book analyzes how the suppressed photogram influences the narrative structure of a diverse array of films, from the timeless works of Charlie Chaplin to the visionary storytelling of Francis Ford Coppola. Perfect for film enthusiasts and scholars alike, this book offers a unique perspective on the aesthetics of cinema and its ties to literary modernism. Discover how these art forms intertwine and enrich one another in this compelling examination of film theory and criticism.