Figgis, Mike

The Thirty-Six Dramatic Situations

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ISBN 13:: 9780571305049
author:: Figgis, Mike
format:: Paperback
publisher:: FABER & FABER
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 21.6 x 13.5 x 1.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Entertainment, Film, TV & radio, Films & cinema,
Condition:: New
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The 36 Dramatic Situations by Mike Figgis is a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying dramatic structure in film. Written as an update to Georges Polti's original work, this book provides a system of reference for writers and filmmakers. The first half of the book explores 36 different 'Dramatic Situations', each explained in detail with examples from cinema. The second half features charts analyzing 150 great films across various genres, based on these same situations. This unique approach offers a powerful tool for anyone looking to craft compelling stories or improve their filmmaking skills. By examining the ways in which these dramatic situations are used in successful films, Figgis provides valuable insights into the art of storytelling and the structure of narrative.

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