Grammar of the shot.

By:

Thompson, Roy

Contributor(s):

Bowen, Christopher

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Amsterdam ; Boston : Focal, c2009.Edition: 2nd ed. / Roy Thompson, Christopher J. BowenDescription: viii, 219 p. : ill. ; 23 cmISBN:

9780240521213 (pbk.)
0240521218 (pbk.)

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

778.5/3 22

LOC classification:

TR850 .T377 2009

Review: "Learn the basic "grammar" of making films and videos in Grammar of the Shot! This book shows you in no uncertain terms what you absolutely need to know to put together your own film or video, shot by shot. Whether you are just learning how to frame a shot or if you need a refresher, this book gives you a basic toolkit of how to build a successful visual story that flows smoothly." "Grammar of the Shot begins with an explanation of the essential visual language of filmmaking - the book takes you from the basic shape of a shot, to different types of shots, to composition of visual elements within each frame. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, each topic is covered succinctly and is accompanied by clear photographs and diagrams that illustrate the key concepts presented in the book. Simple, elegant, and easy to use, Grammar of the Shot is a staple of any filmmaker's library."--BOOK JACKET.Review: "Learn the basic "grammar" of making films and videos in Grammar of the Shot! This book shows you in no uncertain terms what you absolutely need to know to put together your own film or video, shot by shot. Whether you are just learning how to frame a shot or if you need a refresher, this book gives you a basic toolkit of how to build a successful visual story that flows smoothly." "Grammar of the Shot begins with an explanation of the essential visual language of filmmaking - the book takes you from the basic shape of a shot, to different types of shots, to composition of visual elements within each frame. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, each topic is covered succinctly and is accompanied by clear photographs and diagrams that illustrate the key concepts presented in the book. Simple, elegant, and easy to use, Grammar of the Shot is a staple of any filmmaker's library."--BOOK JACKET.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	MAIN General	AUE Library Collection	TR850 .T377 2009 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		10035201

"Learn the basic "grammar" of making films and videos in Grammar of the Shot! This book shows you in no uncertain terms what you absolutely need to know to put together your own film or video, shot by shot. Whether you are just learning how to frame a shot or if you need a refresher, this book gives you a basic toolkit of how to build a successful visual story that flows smoothly." "Grammar of the Shot begins with an explanation of the essential visual language of filmmaking - the book takes you from the basic shape of a shot, to different types of shots, to composition of visual elements within each frame. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, each topic is covered succinctly and is accompanied by clear photographs and diagrams that illustrate the key concepts presented in the book. Simple, elegant, and easy to use, Grammar of the Shot is a staple of any filmmaker's library."--BOOK JACKET.

Previous ed.: 1998.

Includes index.

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