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The Art Of Watching Films
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With An Emphasis On The Narrative Film, The Art Of Watching Films, 9E Challenges Students To Take Their Film Experience Further By Sharpening Their Powers Of Observation, Developing The Skills And Habits Of Perceptive Watching, And Discovering Complex Aspects Of Film Art That They Might Otherwise Overlook. This Title Introduces The Formal Elements And Production Process Of Films, And Helps Students Analytically View And Understand Films Within Their Historical, Cultural And Social Contexts. The Text Presents An Analytical Framework That Can Be Applied To All Movies, As Distinctly Different As Avatar, The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, Vertigo, Ironman, Man On Wire, And The Hurt Locker.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Art of Watching Films'? A: 'The Art of Watching Films' emphasizes narrative film and encourages students to enhance their film-watching experience by developing observation skills and understanding film art's complex aspects.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Dennis W. Petrie.
- Q: What is the publication date of the 9th edition? A: The 9th edition was published on October 17, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Art of Watching Films' contains 544 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in film studies? A: Yes, the book is suitable for beginners as it introduces formal elements and the production process of films, making it accessible for all levels.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding films from different cultural contexts? A: Yes, it provides an analytical framework to view and understand films within their historical, cultural, and social contexts.
- Q: Are there practical exercises included in the book? A: While the book focuses on theory and analysis, it provides guidance that encourages perceptive watching, which can be considered practical application.
- Q: What genres of films does the book cover? A: The book analyzes a range of films, including popular titles like Avatar, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, and classic films such as Vertigo.
- Q: Is this book considered a textbook for film studies courses? A: Yes, 'The Art of Watching Films' is widely used as a textbook in film studies courses.