Film: An Introduction - Softcover

Phillips, William H.; Phillips, Gene D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0312178182 ISBN 13: 9780312178185

Publisher: Bedford/st Martins, 1999

Synopsis

An introduction to the film medium for both general readers and college-level film students. The book has three parts: The Expressiveness of Film Techniques, Types of Films, and Responses to Films. Also included are marginal definitions, a twenty-page illustrated glossary, a forty-page four column chronology, and more than 500 photographs and drawings.

About this title

About the Author:

WILLIAM H. PHILLIPS received his B.A. from Purdue University, his M.A. from Rutgers University, and his Ph.D. (in dramatic literature and film studies) from Indiana University. He has taught introductory film courses at the University of Illinois, Urbana; Indiana University, South Bend; California State University, Stanislaus; and the University of Wisconsin -- Eau Claire. His publications include the books Analyzing Films (1985), Writing Short Scripts (2nd ed., 1999), and Writing Short Stories: The Most Practical Guide (2002).

Review:

'Amongst the book's brightest contributions are its directness, explicit coverage of technical materials, and accessible language, without sacrificing accuracy or pedagogical rigor.' - Ernesto R. Acevedo-Munoz, University of Colorado, USA 'The marginalia is incredibly helpful and makes for a very visual and inviting design.' - Alex E. Blazer, Ohio State University, USA

About this edition

• Publisher: Bedford/st Martins
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0312178182
• ISBN 13: 9780312178185
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 599