Film studies the basics

This engaging and accessible introduction explores the intricacies of the film world to show how anyone can gain a broader understanding and a more pleasurable experience of film. Addressing general questions about why and how to study film, topics discussed include the movie industry, from Hollywoo...

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Main Author: Villarejo, Amy
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Published: Abingdon, [England] Routledge 2007
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Summary:This engaging and accessible introduction explores the intricacies of the film world to show how anyone can gain a broader understanding and a more pleasurable experience of film. Addressing general questions about why and how to study film, topics discussed include the movie industry, from Hollywood to Bollywood who does what on a film set the history, the technology and the art of cinema theories of stardom, genre and film-making. Including illustrations and examples from an international range of films drawn from over a century of movie-making and a glossary of terms for ease of reference, Film Studies: The Basics is a must-have guide for any film student or fan.
Physical Description:171 p. ill. 21 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0415361389 (hardback : alk. paper)
0415361397 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9780415361385 (hbk)
9780415361392 (pbk)