Monaco, James

How to Read a Film: The World of Movies, Media, Multimedia: Language, History, Theory

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ISBN 13:
9780195321050
author:
Monaco, James
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2009
Pages:
736
Dimensions:
23.11 x 3.56 x 16.26 centimetres
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£37.08

Description

James Monaco's comprehensive guide to film and media offers a unique perspective on the art and craft of filmmaking. Since its original publication in 1977, this book has become a trusted source for understanding film and its many connections to other narrative media.

Monaco's work examines film from multiple angles, exploring its relationship to other art forms, as well as its technical and scientific aspects. The book also discusses the elements necessary to understand how films convey meaning and how to discern their intended messages. With a focus on the evolving digital context of film, Monaco's latest edition includes new sections on the impact of digital images and sound, as well as a thorough discussion of multimedia and virtual reality.

With hundreds of illustrative black-and-white film stills and diagrams, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of film and its many facets.

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