Bert Cardullo Bücher

What Is Dramaturgy?attempts to document, by way of articles, statements, and bibliographies, the dramaturg's profession, which began with Lessing in Germany in the second half of the eighteenth century and was instituted in the United States two hundred years later during the rise of the regional theatre movement. As critics-in-residence (also known as literary managers), dramaturgs perform a variety of tasks: broadly speaking, they select and prepare playtexts for performance, advise directors, and educate the audience; they are translators, theatre historians, public lecturers, even «artistic consciences.» Dramaturgy literally means «the craft or the techniques of dramatic composition considered collectively», and in a sense the dramaturg is the dramatist's representative or advocate in the theatre. That is, he is the guardian of the text - new as well as old - and therefore a person whose work is necessary for the revival of dramatic art in our time. What Is Dramaturgy?is dedicated in the end not only to promoting the dramaturg's function, but also to anticipating his creation of an intellectually illumined American theatre.

Exploring the aesthetics of genre films and the evolving definition of 'classics,' this book provides in-depth analyses of notable genre movies and acclaimed classics. It delves into how perceptions of these films have shifted over time, offering insights into their significance and impact within cinematic history.

Nuri Bilge Ceylan, the acclaimed Turkish writer-director born in 1959, made history with his short film Cocoon, the first Turkish short selected for the Cannes Festival in 1995. Since then, he has consistently garnered recognition at Cannes, winning the Grand Prix for Distant in 2002 and Once Upon a Time in Anatolia in 2011, as well as the FIPRESCI prize for Climates in 2006 and the Best Director award for Three Monkeys in 2008. His 2014 film Winter Sleep earned him the prestigious Palme d'Or. Ceylan's low-budget, art-house films balance formal control with realistic authenticity, creating a brooding, meditative atmosphere rich in visual and aural poetry that transcends traditional narrative. His work addresses profound themes such as the purpose of life, the influence of the past on the present and future, the reconciliation of desires with reality, and the challenges of maintaining human relationships amid the pursuit of something better. Nuri Bilge Ceylan: Essays and Interviews is the first comprehensive English-language book dedicated to his work, featuring eight interviews and ten essays, along with a biographical introduction, full movie credits, and a bibliography. Robert Cardullo, the author, has an extensive background in film studies and has taught for four decades.

Featuring in-depth interviews with nine influential film directors, this book provides insight into their creative processes and artistic visions. Each interview is complemented by critical essays that analyze the directors' works, exploring themes, styles, and contributions to cinema. The combination of personal reflections and scholarly critique offers a comprehensive look at the impact these filmmakers have had on the industry and their unique storytelling techniques.

American Drama/Critics: Writings and Readings is a collection of essays on acknowledged classics of American drama such as Death of a Salesman, The Glass Menagerie, and Our Town, and on newer but no less esteemed works like David Mamet's Glengarry Glen Ross and Sam Shepard's Buried Child.

This is a collection of essays and interviews on the British art cinema as it emerged particularly in the post-World War II period and prospered until the turn of the twenty-first century--when Internet piracy began to put more and more pressure on producers and directors to make strictly commercial, international, blockbuster-style films that could turn a huge profit within the first few weeks of their release. The British Art Cinema, 1938-2008 includes eighteen review/essays and six interviews, an extensive bibliography, film credits as well as directors' filmographies, and numerous illustrative film stills. Directors treated in this book include John Schlesinger, Jack Clayton, Derek Jarman, Ken Loach, Mike Leigh, Stephen Frears, David Hare, Peter Greenaway, Terence Davies, Kenneth Branagh, and Danny Boyle. Among the films discussed are Room at the Top, Pygmalion, How I Won the War, Secrets and Lies, The Remains of the Day, Henry V, Trainspotting, The Comfort of Strangers, Sid and Nancy, Prick Up Your Ears, and The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover.

Robert Cardullo's collection features critical essays on renowned plays, including Oedipus Tyrannos, Hamlet, King Lear, Tartuffe, and many more. The author’s approach is characterized by a commitment to detailed, objective analysis of each play's structure, style, imagery, and language. Drawing from his experience as a dramaturg, Cardullo focuses on dramatic elements that benefit directors, designers, and actors, emphasizing character, action, dialogue, and setting. His insights aim to provide a deeper understanding of the works, offering practical concepts for theatrical production and fostering meaningful discussions among theater practitioners. Many plays discussed are frequently staged, particularly in university settings, and Cardullo's essays may contribute to future productions. Additionally, the collection serves as a valuable resource for students studying dramatic literature, providing models for writing play analyses. The essays reflect the author's preoccupations as a critic, making them accessible and relevant for both theater professionals and students alike.

André Bazin (1918-1958) played a pivotal role in establishing film studies as a respected intellectual discipline and is often regarded as the spiritual father of the French New Wave. In 1951, he co-founded Cahiers du cinéma, the most influential film journal in cinema history, and was a key proponent of auteur theory, which positions the film director as the primary creator of a film's unique style. Unlike many theorists, Bazin was a practical critic who focused on actual films rather than preconceived theories, making film criticism a process of description, analysis, and deduction. He served as an aesthetic bridge between critics and theorists, emphasizing the importance of questioning rather than providing definitive answers about art and cinema. Bazin's life was tragically cut short by leukemia in 1958, but he left behind a wealth of material, including the four-volume Qu'est-ce que le cinéma? and contributions to various magazines. This book features a comprehensive bibliography of Bazin's writings and those about him, primarily in French and English, alongside a contextual introduction to his life and work. It represents a significant contribution to cinema studies and highlights the enduring impact of one of the field's foremost thinkers.