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Discover the groundbreaking exploration of cinema's profound connection to media technology in **Endless Intervals** by Jeffrey West Kirkwood. This compelling 2023 publication from the University of Minnesota Press reveals an innovative theory of semiotechnics, illustrating how early cinema laid the essential groundwork for today’s digital age. **Endless Intervals** debunks the myth that digital technologies replaced analog formats; instead, it delves into how the discrete intervals of cinematic machines have shaped our understanding of intelligence and the psyche.
In this essential read for enthusiasts of film theory and media studies, Kirkwood meticulously examines the historical impact of early cinematic machines, positioning them as pivotal to the development of a scientific vision of the human psyche. He theorizes a significant shift in the interpretation of mechanical stops and intervals—demonstrating that far from merely assaulting our cognitive faculties, cinema has crafted a new model of the psyche, integrating mechanical, semiotic, physiological, and psychological elements.
Through recovering neglected texts, this book makes a compelling argument that cinema is not just a tool but a transformative technology that has birthed the modern experience of self. Ideal for scholars and casual readers alike, **Endless Intervals** invites you to rethink how machines construct meaning and enrich our inner life. Don’t miss the chance to explore the intricate tapestry of human and technological interactions!
In this essential read for enthusiasts of film theory and media studies, Kirkwood meticulously examines the historical impact of early cinematic machines, positioning them as pivotal to the development of a scientific vision of the human psyche. He theorizes a significant shift in the interpretation of mechanical stops and intervals—demonstrating that far from merely assaulting our cognitive faculties, cinema has crafted a new model of the psyche, integrating mechanical, semiotic, physiological, and psychological elements.
Through recovering neglected texts, this book makes a compelling argument that cinema is not just a tool but a transformative technology that has birthed the modern experience of self. Ideal for scholars and casual readers alike, **Endless Intervals** invites you to rethink how machines construct meaning and enrich our inner life. Don’t miss the chance to explore the intricate tapestry of human and technological interactions!