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In the Screening Room with Michael Mann

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Exploring the Art of Cinematic Close-Ups

This chapter explores the impact of Carl Dreyer's 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' on close-up cinematography, emphasizing the emotional power of expressive faces. The discussion also relates these techniques to the filmmakers' own projects involving high-stakes dramatic scenarios.

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