Hitchcock As Philosopher.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Yanal, Robert J.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Philosophy in motion pictures.

Truthfulness and falsehood in motion pictures.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (233 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Jefferson : McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers, 2005.

Summary:

This book explores the philosophical dimensions of Alfred Hitchcock's films, analyzing how his work engages with concepts from philosophers such as Descartes, Hume, Kant, and Wittgenstein. It delves into themes of deception, knowledge, and morality as depicted in films like 'Rebecca,' 'Suspicion,' 'Psycho,' and 'North by Northwest.' The author, Robert J. Yanal, argues that Hitchcock's films are not only masterpieces of suspense but also rich in philosophical inquiry, offering insights into human nature and psychological depth. This analysis is intended for readers interested in film studies, philosophy, and the intersection of the two disciplines. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Acknowledgments

Contents

Preface

1

Hitchcock as Philosopher

I

Deception

2

The Problem of Deception

3

Rebecca’s Deceivers

4

The End of Suspicion

5

Vertigo

6

North by Northwest

II

Mind

7

On Knowing a Mind

8

Shadow of a Doubt

9

Strangers on a Train

10

Psycho

11

Marnie, Spellbound

III

Knowledge

12

Problematic Knowledge

13

Rear Window

14

The Man Who Knew Too Much

15

The Birds

Bibliography

Index of Terms.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Yanal, Robert J. Hitchcock As Philosopher

ISBN:

9780786482306

OCLC:

1419056640