The Filmmaker's Eye

The Filmmaker's Eye Learning (And Breaking) the Rules of Cinematic Composition

Second edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

This fully revised and updated edition of the classic book on cinematic composition provides readers with the necessary skills and technical know-how to create polished and narratively eloquent images, using a unique approach that combines an analytical, technical, and aesthetic understanding of the essential visual grammar of the shot.

Containing well over a hundred full-color case studies, this second edition was expanded to include brand-new shot types, and was completely updated to reflect developments in filmmaking technology and practices, including the DSLR revolution, the advent of mirrorless and compact cinema cameras, improvements in CMOS sensor performance, the introduction of 4K and higher video resolutions, and drone cinematography.

The Filmmaker's Eye: Learning (and Breaking) the Rules of Cinematic Composition 2nd edition is essential reading for anyone with an interest in motion media and cinematic storytelling, including independent filmmakers, directors, producers, cinematographers, editors, as well as those studying filmmaking, media aesthetics, and film studies.

Book information

ISBN: 9781138780316
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Focal Press
Pub date:
Edition: Second edition
DEWEY: 777
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 244
Weight: 834g
Height: 231mm
Width: 232mm
Spine width: 15mm