Cinepoetry

Explore the innovative intersection of poetry and cinema in Cinepoetry by Christophe Wall-Romana, published by Fordham University Press in 2015. This captivating exploration spans 504 pages, delving into how 19th- and 20th-century French-speaking poets engaged with cinema to create groundbreaking cross-medium writing experiments. In the wake of the two world wars, these literary figures transformed the modernist imagination, challenging traditional boundaries between literature and film. Wall-Romana’s insightful analysis provides a rich historical and critical perspective on the influence of motion pictures on poetry, making this book a must-read for enthusiasts of French poetry, literary history, and film studies. Discover the profound connections between these two art forms and how they continue to shape cultural narratives today.