The Influence of Surrealist Film on Contemporary Cinema

FAQ About The Influence of Surrealist Film on Contemporary Cinema

How did surrealism originate in film?

Surrealism in film originated in the 1920s as part of the larger surrealist movement in art and literature, which sought to unleash the creative potential of the unconscious mind. Filmmakers like Luis Buñuel and Salvador Dalí were pioneers in translating surrealist principles to the screen.