Moving Image Arts

• What is the main concept discussed in the study material?

  The concept of the auteur
• How did French critics in the 1940s view films?

  As products of a single creative force
• Who is considered the author of a film?

  The director
• What did the analysis of directors reveal about their work?

  Recurring motifs and personal vision
• What role does the director play in filmmaking?

  The key figure in creating and shaping a movie
• What has challenged the concept of the auteur?

  The industrial process of filmmaking
• What model of filmmaking was implied by the _Cahiers du Cinéma_?

  A centralization of power under the director
• What is a key aspect of Hitchcock's filmmaking?

  His considerable creative control
• How did Hitchcock develop his films?

  With a screenwriter closely collaborating
• What is a notable characteristic of Hitchcock's visual design?

  Detailed storyboards for each scene
• What is a common theme in Hitchcock's films?

  The presence of guilt and revenge
• What type of narratives does Hitchcock often use?

  Suspenseful narratives
• What does Hitchcock's technical style involve?

  Bold experimentation with cinematic techniques
• How did Hitchcock film _Rear Window_ uniquely?

  By filming in a single room
• What was unique about the musical score in _The Birds_?

  No musical score was employed
• How did Hitchcock engage with audience expectations?

  By challenging narrative conventions
• What public persona did Hitchcock cultivate?

  A unique and recognizable image
• How did Hitchcock's techniques contribute to his popularity?

  Defined techniques and unique style
• What are the key characteristics of an auteur?

  • Creative control over films
  • Recurring themes and motifs
  • Unique visual style
  • Strong personal vision
• What are the common themes found in Hitchcock's films?

  • Presence of guilt and revenge
  • Theme of innocence versus guilt
  • Balance between alter egos
• What are some notable films by Hitchcock that showcase his techniques?

  • _Psycho_
  • _The Birds_
  • _Rear Window_
• How did Hitchcock's public persona affect his career?

  • Created a recognizable brand
  • Increased audience engagement
  • Enhanced his status as an artist