Beginning with the proposition that there exist uniquely cinematic
elements of meaning and structure, Stefan Sharff clearly and
systematically lays the foundation for "literacy" in
cinema -- a sensitivity to the aesthetic elements intrinsic only to
film. Sharff presents the basic elements of structure, modes of
expression, and rules which he argues create a specific
"language" and "syntax" of cinema.
Table of contents:
Introduction
On Cinematic Structures
On Cinematic Syntax
The Master Plan
Separation
Parallel Action
Familiar Image
Slow Disclosure
Cinesthetic Movements
Multi-Angularity
The Master Shot Discipline
Orchestration
Conclusion
Glossary
Index
Beginning with the proposition that there exist uniquely cinematic
elements of meaning and structure, Stefan Sharff clearly and
systematically lays the foundation for "literacy" in
cinema -- a sensitivity to the aesthetic elements intrinsic only to
film. Sharff presents the basic elements of structure, modes of
expression, and rules which he argues create a specific
"language" and "syntax" of cinema.
Sharff's compact, lucid treatise is full of practical film-maker's points as well as intriguing theoretical notions. He's as cogent at explaining why a good film 'phrase' must contain a minimum of three shots as he is in giving a defense of master shot discipline, which can be elegant in the right hands (Lubitsch's?).
Stefan Sharff
Inhaltsangabe
Introduction On Cinematic Structures On Cinematic Syntax The Master Plan Separation Parallel Action Familiar Image Slow Disclosure Cinesthetic Movements Multi-Angularity The Master Shot Discipline Orchestration Conclusion Glossary Index
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