Understand Film Studies: Teach Yourself

The Essentials

Warren Buckland

2010, XIX, 234 Seiten, Masse: 12,9 x 19,8 cm, Kartoniert (TB), Englisch

Hodder Arnold

ISBN-10: 1444105167
ISBN-13: 9781444105162

Produkt-Beschreibung zu: Understand Film Studies: Teach Yourself

Understand Film Studies is an unpretentious guide for all those who want to learn to analyse, understand and evaluate films.

It provides an overview of the key areas in film studies, including aesthetics, narrative, genre, documentary films and the secrets of film reviewing.

From Hitchcock and Tarantino to Spielberg and Bigelow, you will soon gain a critical understanding of legendary directors and the techniques and skills that are used to achieve certain cinematic effects.

Whether you are a film studies student or just a film buff wanting to know more, this book will give you an invaluable insight into the exciting and incredibly fast-moving world of film.

NOT GOT MUCH TIME?
One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.

AUTHOR INSIGHTS
Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.

TEST YOURSELF
Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.

EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of psychology.

FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER
Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.

TRY THIS
Innovative exercises illustrate what youve learnt and how to use it.