The Grammar of Cinema. A Course in the History and Theory of Cinematography for Beginners

«This book aims to provide you with all this information — analysis of images, editing, sound, and the meanings of plots. I will answer all your "why" questions and explain "how"». — Jimmy Piper, author of the book

«The Grammar of... Cinema» — is a comprehensive course on the history and theory of cinematography! From the simplest basic concepts to the deep meanings that a film hides. This is the foundation necessary for every cinema enthusiast!

Using iconic films as examples, you will learn:
• What is a Dutch angle and why is it used?
• What types of lighting are there in cinema and what is the «golden hour»?
• How is color used to enhance meaning?
• Who is referred to as the «father of the film industry»?
• Noir, formalism, neorealism, the New Wave — what other movements exist in cinematography?
• And how to understand hidden meanings in cinema?

Classics of black-and-white cinema and modern blockbusters — everything will be laid out clearly, and you will learn to view films and series in a new light!