What film theory, popularized by the writers of Cahiers du Cinéma, argues that a director is the primary creative force or 'author' of a movie?
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Auteur theory
Known in French as 'la politique des auteurs,' this theory suggests that a director's filmography should reflect a consistent personal style and thematic focus.
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