Roberta Seret fonde magistralmente la sua profonda conoscenza della letteratura comparata e del cinema con una passione per la consapevolezza globale. Attraverso il suo vasto lavoro, che include l'insegnamento a livello universitario e la direzione di programmi cinematografici per giovani affiliati all'ONU, sfrutta il potere del cinema per illuminare eventi mondiali complessi. Il suo approccio letterario si concentra sull'analisi dei film come specchi di temi sociali e politici, offrendo a studenti e lettori una lente unica per comprendere gli affari internazionali.
The narration of the development of the artist has found its literary medium in the genre, the Kunstlerroman. This specific novel traces the embryonic growth of the artist-protagonist from the moment when he exhibits artistic talents to the point when he actually creates. Specific themes, motifs, and structure define the genre. The authors studied are: Hermann Hesse, D.H. Lawrence, James Joyce, and Theodore Dreiser."
Exploring 14 films from various countries, this edition offers a unique lens into global cultures and contemporary issues. It emphasizes film's power to enhance understanding of geography, history, economics, and politics while fostering a sense of shared humanity. Designed for students and adults, it encourages critical thinking and group discussions through a multi-disciplinary approach. Ideal for classrooms, book clubs, and discussion groups, it invites readers to engage with diverse perspectives and deepen their appreciation of world affairs through cinema.