Sergei Eisenstein : Contributions to Montage Theory and Cinema
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Date
2023
Authors
Gichuki, Atenya
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African Journal of Emerging Issues
Abstract
Background: In this paper, the author will be scrutinizing the theory of Montage, and the
contribution of Sergei Eisenstein to it as well as his filmmaking career which he later proceeds
after working as an engineer like his father, and as a theatre decorator for a long time before
becoming a prominent director and theorist of all time in the world of Montage & Cinema.
Eisenstein is known as one of the pioneers who developed the Montage Theory. Albeit, Eisenstein
did not invent Montage, he elevated and changed the way film directors use the technique. The
study analysed the various literature published by and about Sergei Eisenstein and Montage
Theory.
Conclusion: In light of Eisenstein's montage theory, the study concludes that a number of montage
techniques can be applied to the creation of motion pictures in various distinct ways like putting
shots in quick sequential succession to increase the speed of time in a film advancing the plot
and ensuring the audience is alert and aware of what is happening in the scene. Using the text
primarily to give the audience information and updates about the characters and the narrative
as well. Can be used for a purpose of raising the stakes and suspense in films. Montage can
also serve the purpose of showing the transformation of the characters. It can help the viewer
understand the film's psychological or mental dramatic shift which makes the audience feel
from what they see. It can be used to combine two different scenes or stories in a film.
Recommendations: The study recommends that more study on Montage can be probed to
understand how it relates with the cinematography and editing of animated films.
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Keywords
Montage, Sergei Eisenstein, shot, cinema
Citation
Gichuki, A. (2023). SERGEI EISENSTEIN: CONTRIBUTIONS TO MONTAGE THEORY AND CINEMA. African Journal of Emerging Issues, 5(1), 21-26.