Innovation in Ethnographic Film: From Innocence to Self-Consciousness, 1955-1985
by Peter Loizos
Peter Loizos's book traces the evolution of ethnographic film from 1955 to 1985, from an era of innocence to one marked by self-consciousness. It explores innovations in technique and approach that deepened the reflective quality of cultural documentation, offering essential insights for anthropologists and filmmakers alike.
About This Book
Innovation in Ethnographic Film examines the development of ethnographic filmmaking over three decades, highlighting key shifts in approach and technique.
Peter Loizos, a prominent anthropologist, analyzes how filmmakers moved from an initial phase of innocence to greater self-consciousness in their work.
The book covers the period from 1955 to 1985, a time of significant innovation in documenting cultures through cinema.
Through detailed exploration, it reveals the challenges and advancements that shaped this genre of visual storytelling.
This work provides valuable perspectives for scholars interested in the intersection of anthropology and film.
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