공간, 영화, 영화-공간에 대한 미학적 고찰 ―헤르만 슈미츠의 신체현상학적 이론을 중심으로

Abstract

The matter of 'space' has been a key theme of human culture. Today, we are discussing it in daily life or theoretically from various point of view. We are using the concept of space in various meanings such as physical space, geographical space, architectural space, space as a landscape, aesthetic space, social space, media space, cyber space and so on. Yet, when asked what the exact meaning of space is, we can't properly answer the question. Considering these difficulties about definition of the meaning of space, this paper examines firstly the theory of space of Kant because his theory of space still has a classical significance in two aspects. It suggests systematic theory on physical-objective space as well as tries to approach phenomenologically to the matter of space. Secondly this paper deals with the problem of space experience by focusing on German philosopher, Hermann Schimitz's theory of space. His body-phenomenological access reveals various aspects and implications that the spatial experience of human includes. Specially his explanation on three dimensions of space experience - 'expansion-space' 'direction-space' and 'location-space' - has a remarkable systematic value and theoretical persuasion. In addition it is extraordinary impressive that he emphasizes spatial character of emotion. His body-phenomenological theory of space is thought to have productive potential regarding film theory. Therefore this paper discusses thirdly the reason why the film is regarded as a proper medium that expends and strengthens our space experience. It also analyzes the way in which genuine properties of film are related to spatial experience of film spectators. Film can be defined as a medium that more vitally expresses the direction-space, movement and spatial situation of emotion than any other art form. The deep understanding of space experience will be applied to reflect perceptional process and aesthetic properties of other art forms such as painting, sculpture, play, opera etc. Furthermore through such differentiations of space experience we can precisely interpret the meanings and effectiveness of cultural systems like media forms or political events.