Film: An Introduction - Softcover

Phillips, William H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0312412673 ISBN 13: 9780312412678

Publisher: Bedford/st Martins, 2004

Synopsis

The most comprehensive and accessible text of its kind, Film: An Introduction combines the universal appeal of movies with the academic rigor instructors require. It includes a wider array of films, more help for students, and a broader selection of images than any other introductory book. Combining up-to-date examples and over 500 images with numerous classroom-tested learning tools and study aids, Film helps beginning students develop the critical skills they need to analyze films and understand the medium in all its variety.

About this title

Review:

'Amongst the book's brightest contributions are its directness, explicit coverage of technical materials, and accessible language, without sacrificing accuracy or pedagogical rigor.'
- Ernesto R. Acevedo-Munoz, University of Colorado, USA

'The marginalia is incredibly helpful and makes for a very visual and inviting design.'
- Alex E. Blazer, Ohio State University, USA 

Book Description:

Packed with examples, images and classroom-tested pedagogy, this book is a truly comprehensive introduction to film studies for all newcomers to the field

About this edition

• Publisher: Bedford/st Martins
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0312412673
• ISBN 13: 9780312412678
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 669