This program provides an introduction to some of the central ideas in Walter Benjamin’s writing. It explores both the life and work of this German Jewish critic who died escaping the Gestapo in 1940. He is regarded as one of the most influential figures in 20th century thought. Includes a range of commentary from various scholars who situate Benjamin’s work within the context of contemporary thought.
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ACMI Identifier
317975
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Mass media
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Mass media - Political aspects
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Mass media - Social aspects
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Radio
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Jews
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Mass media - Political aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Mass media - Social aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Philosophers
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Philosophers, Modern
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Philosophy
Literature → Benjamin, Walter, 1892-1940
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White and Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)