(Ebook) Film Studies: An Introduction (Teach Yourself) by Warren Buckland ISBN 9781473608795, 1473608791

(Ebook) Film Studies: An Introduction (Teach Yourself) by Warren Buckland ISBN 9781473608795, 1473608791

An unpretentious guide for all those who want to learn to analyse, understand and evaluate films.
Film Studies: An Introduction
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 gain a critical understanding of legendary directors and the
techniques and skills that are used to achieve 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.
Understand Film Studies includes:
Chapter 1: Film aesthetics: formalism and realism
Chapter 2: Film structure: narrative and narration
Chapter 3: Film authorship: the director as auteur
Chapter 4: Film genres: defining the typical film
Chapter 5: The non-fiction film: five types of documentary
Chapter 6: The reception of film: the art and profession of film viewing