JOURNAL ARTICLE

EISENSTEIN'S OCTOBER AS HISTORY.

  • Published In: Film & History (03603695), 2025, v. 55, n. 1. P. 4 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ROSENSTONE, ROBERT A. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the relationship between Sergei Eisenstein's film "October: Ten Days That Shook the World" and the historical events of the Bolshevik Revolution in October 1917. It discusses how the film has been perceived as both propaganda and fiction, highlighting the criticisms it has faced from historians regarding its accuracy and representation of historical facts. The author argues that while Eisenstein's film employs artistic license and dramatization, it also serves as a significant medium for conveying historical narratives, suggesting that cinematic representations can offer valuable insights into the past. Ultimately, the piece advocates for a broader understanding of history that includes visual media as a legitimate form of historical discourse. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Film & History (03603695). 2025/06, Vol. 55, Issue 1, p4
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Film
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0360-3695
  • DOI:10.1353/flm.2025.a965732
  • Accession Number:186583690
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