The Grammar of Film. A Course on the History and Theory of Cinematography for Beginners

You have probably already watched an enormous number of films and definitely know which genres and movies you enjoy. You have favorite actors and directors. Your extensive experience of going to the cinema has shown you how the plot is... constructed. But the world of cinematography beckons you, and you want more. The book you are currently holding can be considered your personal manual or a complete course on cinematic art. Or an introduction to film theory for beginners. Whatever you prefer. You will get acquainted with the history and theory of cinema: you will learn how, why, and when certain techniques emerged and which filmmakers were the first to test them; you will study the principles of editing; and you will learn to explore the various kinds of meanings that films hold. This book is intended to provide you with all this information—analysis of images, editing, sound, and the meanings of plots. You will receive answers to all your "whys" and "hows".