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Summary
This introduction to film appreciation uses contemporary and popular American movies to help students develop critical skills in the analysis and evaluation of film. By suggesting what to look for and how to look for it, the text challenges students to sharpen their powers of observation, establish habits of perceptive watching, and discover complex aspects of film art that will further enhance their enjoyment of watching films.
Table of Contents
Getting Started
1. The Art of Watching Films
2. Thematic Elements
3. Fictional and Dramatic Elements
4. Visual Design
5. Cinematography
6. Editing and Special Visual Effects
7. Color
8. Sound Effects and Dialogue
9. The Musical Score
10. Acting
11. The Directors Style
12. Analysis of the Whole Film
13. Adaptations
14. Genre Films, Remakes, and Sequels
15. Other Film Experiences
16. Censorship and Other Forces That Shape the American Film