"The Persistence of Vision" (film theory)

"The Persistence of Vision" is a film theory concept that explains how our eyes and brain perceive motion in movies. It refers to the phenomenon where the human eye retains an image for a fraction of a second after it has disappeared. In cinema, a series of still images is presented quickly enough that this brief retention blends them together, creating the illusion of continuous movement. Essentially, it highlights how our visual perception allows us to experience films as fluid motion rather than disjointed frames. This principle is fundamental to how we enjoy and understand animated and live-action films.