Bazin

Bazin is a surname of French origin. It is associated with several notable individuals and concepts, particularly in the fields of literature, film theory, and medicine.

Notable Individuals

André Bazin

André Bazin (1918–1958) was a renowned French film critic and theorist. He is best known for his work in the development of film theory and for co-founding the influential film magazine Cahiers du cinéma. Bazin's theories emphasized the importance of realism in film and the role of the director as an auteur. His ideas have had a lasting impact on the field of cinema studies.

Hervé Bazin

Hervé Bazin (1911–1996) was a French writer known for his novels that often explored themes of family and personal conflict. His most famous work, Vipère au poing, is a semi-autobiographical novel that depicts the harsh upbringing of a young boy under the care of his abusive mother.

René Bazin

René Bazin (1853–1932) was a French novelist and member of the Académie française. His works often focused on rural life and the struggles of the peasantry. Bazin's novels are noted for their moral and social themes.

Medical Contributions

Bazin's Disease

Bazin's disease, also known as erythema induratum, is a chronic skin condition characterized by nodules and ulcers, primarily affecting the lower legs. It is often associated with tuberculosis and is considered a form of tuberculid.

Related Pages

• Film theory
• Cahiers du cinéma
• Cinema studies
• Vipère au poing
• Académie française
• Tuberculosis
• Tuberculid