Neorealism (art)
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For neorealism in international relations, see neorealism.

In cinema and in literature, neorealism is a cultural movement that brings elements of true life in the stories it describes, rather than a world mainly existing in imagination only.

The movement was developed in Europe, primarily after the end of World War II.

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Further information: Italian neorealism

Neorealism is characterized by a general atmosphere of authenticity. Andre Bazin, a French film theorist and critic, argued that neorealism portrays: truth, naturalness, authenticity, and is a cinema of duration. The necessary characteristics of neo-realism in film include:[1]

  • a definite social context;
  • a sense of historical actuality and immediacy;
  • political commitment to progressive, even violent, social change;
  • authentic on-location shooting as opposed to the artificial studio;
  • a rejection of classical Hollywood acting styles; extensive use of non-professional actors as much as possible;
  • a documentary style of cinematography.

Films

Italian

Other countries

See also

References

  1. ^ Bondanella, Peter. La Strada, Rutgers Films in Print Series. Rutgers University Press: 1987, page 3-4. ISBN 0-8135-1236-0.

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