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How To Read A Film: The World Of Movies, Media, Multimedia: Language, History, Theory-used
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First Published In 1977, This Popular Book Has Become The Source On Film And Media. Now, James Monaco Offers A Revised And Rewritten Third Edition Incorporating Every Major Aspect Of This Dynamic Medium Right Up To The Present.Looking At Film From Many Vantage Points, How To Read A Film: Movies, Media, Multimedia Explores The Medium As Both Art And Craft, Sensibility And Science, Tradition And Technology. After Examining Films Close Relation To Such Other Narrative Media As The Novel, Painting, Photography, Television, And Even Music, Monaco Discusses Those Elements Necessary To Understand How Films Convey Meaning And, More Importantly, How We Can Best Discern All That A Film Is Attempting To Communicate.In A Key Departure From The Books Previous Editions, The New And Stillevolving Digital Context Of Film Is Now Emphasized Throughout How To Read A Film. A New Chapter On Multimedia Brings Media Criticism Into The Twentyfirst Century With A Thorough Discussion Of Topics Like Virtual Reality, Cyberspace, And The Proximity Of Both To Film. Monaco Has Likewise Doubled The Size And Scope Of His 'Film And Media: A Chronology' Appendix. The Book Also Features A New Introduction, An Expanded Bibliography, And Hundreds Of Illustrative Blackandwhite Film Stills And Diagrams. It Is A Must For All Film Students, Media Buffs, And Movie Fans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'How to Read a Film'? A: The book focuses on understanding film as a medium, exploring its artistic and technical aspects, and how it relates to other narrative forms.
- Q: Who is the author of 'How to Read a Film'? A: The author is James Monaco, a well-known figure in film studies.
- Q: What edition is currently available? A: The currently available edition is the third edition, which has been revised and rewritten.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 672 pages.
- Q: What topics are covered in the new edition? A: The new edition covers the digital context of film, multimedia, virtual reality, and includes an expanded chronology of film and media.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in film studies? A: Yes, the book is suitable for all levels, including beginners, as it provides a comprehensive introduction to film theory and criticism.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the third edition published? A: The third edition was published on January 15, 2000.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features hundreds of black-and-white film stills and diagrams to support the text.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading this book? A: Film students, media enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding film and media will benefit from reading this book.