Lichtbühnen-Bibliothek Nr. 2 Häfker, Hermann 1873-1939 creator text utu 2014 monographic de 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kino und Kunst" by Hermann Häfker is a comprehensive discussion on the intersection of film and art written in the early 20th century. The text explores the artistic implications of cinema and its potential to elevate the representation of reality into a form of art. Häfker articulates a vision of cinema that seeks to resonate with genuine human emotions and experiences by employing authentic artistic expressions. The opening of "Kino und Kunst" situates the reader in a time of transformation, reflecting on how the exponential rise of visual media inundates society with art-like expressions. Häfker discusses the overwhelming influx of artistic stimuli experienced by modern individuals, particularly in urban settings, where traditional art forms seem to have lost their exclusivity and impact. He emphasizes the urgent need for cinema to reclaim artistic integrity, calling for a deeper understanding of its unique capabilities and advocating for the cultivation of genuine artistic expression within the medium. This sets the framework for a thoughtful exploration of the responsibilities and opportunities that come with the emergence of film as a significant art form. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-05-23 Produced by Jana Srna, Reiner Ruf, Norbert H. Langkau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Motion pictures PN Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45725 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45725 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134041.0 45725