Description
Book SynopsisThe unique analysis of art house alongside discussion of commercial films from the African continent and the African diaspora presented here offer a fresh perspective on viewers experiences that highlights aesthetic and political issues.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments ix
1 AfricaWatch: Parameters and Contexts 1
Part I Space 33
2 The Postcolonial City: Education of the Spectator in Harrikrisna Anenden's The Cathedral 35
3 Framing the City: Africanizing Viewer and Viewed through Angle, Distance, Genre, and Movement 55
Part II Character 77
4 Models of African Femininity 79
5 African Masculinity: "We Don't Need Another Hero" 113
6 Revolutionary Personhood: Revolutionize the Spectator, or Stop,Thief! 133
Part III Narrative 155
7 Documentary Film: Situating a Style 157
8 African Narration: Narration of Africa 172
9 Jean-Marie Teno: Creating an African Repertoire 187
10 Conclusion: Inside/Outside or How to Make a Film about Africa Today 216
Filmography 234
References 238
Glossary 246
Index 251
