Film Directing Shot by Shot; Visualizing from Concept to Screen
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by Steven D. Katz |
This book includes thorough theoretical and philosophical discussions of point of view, purpose, and other concepts along with the basics of planning and executing various camera shots and linking them together to tell a story. However, it seems to be intended for those who want to study film rather than those who want to make films asthe emphasis is more on analysis and discussion rather than how to do it. Although it cites many examples of camera work and editing from classic and contemporary Hollywood films which are great for those who have seen and are familiar with the films, those who haven't seen or don't remember the films are at a distinct disadvantage. The single-frame illustrations are practically useless other than to jog your memory and do very little to clarify concepts for those who haven't seen the films. |
Michael Wiese Productions Studio City, California; 1991
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Setting Up Your Shots; Great Camera Moves Every Film-maker Should Know
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by Jeremy Vineyards
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This book seems to be aimed at the would-be film-maker who's ready to begin experimenting and shooting a film or video project. Although it includes some references to "great shots" in various Hollywood films, it doesn't go into great detail in discussing them. There's more emphasis on how to achieve various types of visual effects and their corresponding psychological impacts. Most of the numerous illustrations are fairly simple -- perhaps even a bit rough -- drawings, but they are extremely effective in explaining and pointing out the differing impact of various shots, angles, framing strategies, and focusing techniques |
Michael Wiese Productions Studio City, California; 2000
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