Author : James F. Iaccino
Publisher : Praeger
ISBN 13 : 9780275950484
Total Pages : 492 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (54 download)
Book Synopsis Jungian Reflections within the Cinema by : James F. Iaccino
Download or read book Jungian Reflections within the Cinema written by James F. Iaccino and published by Praeger. This book was released on 1998-05-26 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring the relevance of Jungian theory as it applies to science fiction, horror and fantasy films, this text demonstrates the remarkable correlation existing between Jung's major archetypes and recurring themes in various film genres. An introduction acquaints readers with basic Jungian theory archetypes before proceeding to film analysis. A diverse selection of movie and television summaries illustrate the relationship between a particular Jungian image and the examined films. Among the various Jungian patterns studied are the father archetype, the split between persona and shadow, the search for the grail, the alchemist traveler, and the development of the child archetype. From Star Wars and Planet of the Apes to Back to the Future and Indiana Jones, the interdependence of Jungian theory and film themes and contents unfold. Creative and innovative, this text unearths new Jungian territory that will appeal not only to psychology and film studies scholars and researchers, but also to those studying communication and literature.