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The Art of White Space in the Film Throne of Blood (1957): A Comprehensive Exploration
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Abstract
As one of the outstanding directors in the history of world cinema, Akira Kurosawa's film works have profoundly influenced the development of global cinematic art. Among them, Throne of Blood (1957), as his adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy Macbeth, not only demonstrates Kurosawa's precise grasp of the spirit of the original text, but also makes bold innovations in artistic creation, especially his unique use of the art of white space, which adds abundant artistic charm and depth to the film. As a core element of East Asian aesthetics and artistic expression, the use of white space in Throne of Blood brings unprecedented effects to the narrative, visual presentation and psychological portrayal of the film. Therefore, an in-depth study of the art of white space in Throne of Blood is of great significance in understanding Kurosawa's artistic style, the embodiment of East Asian aesthetics in the film, and the diversity of artistic expressions. The purpose of this study is to delve into the art of whitespace in Akira Kurosawa's film Throne of Blood, specifically examining its multiple roles in storytelling, visual expression and psychological depth, and how these roles work together to elevate the film to new heights of artistic achievement.
Keywords
White space, Throne of Blood, Kurosawa, Cinematic method, Macbeth.
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Liu,F. (2024). The Art of White Space in the Film Throne of Blood (1957): A Comprehensive Exploration. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,67,57-63.
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