Language of Film

The Language of Film is a must-have guide for aspiring filmmakers, packed with examples from classic and contemporary cinema and explaining how the screen communicates meaning to its audience. It covers fundamental theories and concepts, including film semiotics, narrative structures, ideology, and genre, and how elements such as shot size, camera movement, editing technique, and color come together to create the cinematic image.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 23 August 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

A skilled filmmaker must possess a profound grasp of the intricacies of film language, and more importantly, the ability to actively engage and manipulate the audience's emotions and perceptions, directing their gaze throughout the cinematic experience. The Language of Film, a comprehensive and illustrative guide, unveils the fundamental components of cinema and elucidates how the screen conveys meaning to its viewers. Through detailed explanations and abundant examples from both classic and contemporary films, readers will delve into fundamental theories and concepts such as film semiotics, narrative structures, ideology, and genre. Moreover, they will explore how various elements, including shot size, camera movement, editing technique, and color, coalesce to shape the cinematic image. This revised edition of The Language of Film includes insightful case studies, engaging discussion questions, practical tips, and exercises, making it an indispensable resource for aspiring filmmakers. It also features a new chapter dedicated to film sound, further enhancing its value as a comprehensive and essential guide to the art of filmmaking.

Weight: 542g
Dimension: 162 x 230 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501347818