Thinking in Pictures shows for the first time, in rigorous shot-by-shot analyses, what Griffith really did--and allows us to understand the implications for film narrative in general. Anyone with an interest in early cinema will find the book compelling, but the text will also intrigue readers seeking understanding of film usages on a more general, theoretical level. When Griffith began making films, the shot had been recognized as a basic element of film, the camera had a certain amount of freedom, transitional effects ...
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Thinking in Pictures shows for the first time, in rigorous shot-by-shot analyses, what Griffith really did--and allows us to understand the implications for film narrative in general. Anyone with an interest in early cinema will find the book compelling, but the text will also intrigue readers seeking understanding of film usages on a more general, theoretical level. When Griffith began making films, the shot had been recognized as a basic element of film, the camera had a certain amount of freedom, transitional effects had been explored, audiences displayed an appetite for narrative. It was the synthesis of these elements, as Jesionowski traces it, that was Griffith's great achievement--for which he has always been honored by other filmmakers, by critics, and by audiences who continue to be moved and excited by his films.
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Seller's Description:
Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall Area along and around spine has some fading. Cover somewhat scuffed. Otherwise, a vg, tight copy with no markings. Flat spine has no cracks or creasing.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0520057767.
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Very good. Softcover book, with no marks or writing in book. Very light signs of prior handling to corners of covers. Spine slightly sunned; otherwise Fine.
Publisher:
Berkeley: University of California Press (1987).
Published:
1987
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
12369353709
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Seller's Description:
Fine. Dust Jacket Included. 8vo. ix, 212 pp. Illustrated with B & W photographs. Original green cloth binding. Small area of sticker removal abrasion front pastedown else this is a tight, fine book in a near fine DJ with small nick on the top of the backstrip.
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Near Fine/Fine Dust Jacket. 0520057767 A near fine hardcover in dark green boards, with a couple of small discolored areas to front endpapers, otherwise solid and clean, in a fine dust jacket. 212 pages, with index, film lists, bibliography and source notes. Includes 115 illustrations from film stills.
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Very Good. No Jacket as Issued. Book Complete number line from 1 to 9; some edge wear to card covers; otherwise a solid, clean copy with no marking or underlining; collectible condition.
