The Art of Cinematic Storytelling: A Visual Guide to Planning Shots, Cuts and Transitions
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Author Description
Seven Film Storytelling Essentials -- Using Storyboards -- Shot Composition Basics -- Camera Angles, Lenses And Storytelling -- Designing Shots For Storytelling -- Continuity Editing Basics -- Storytelling Cuts And Film Grammar -- 3d Spatial Continuity And 2d Screen Geography -- Compressing, Expanding And Ending Scenes -- Beginning Scenes And Using Transitions -- Stories With Stationary Action -- Stories About A Moving Character -- Stories About Searching -- Stories About Following Or Chasing -- Two-character Dialogue -- Three-character Dialogue -- Group And Crowd Scenes -- Shooting Driving Scenes -- Blocking And Cinematic Storytelling. Kelly Gordon Brine. Includes Index. Electronic Reproduction. Oxford Available Via World Wide Web.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the fundamental principles of visual language and technical execution required to translate a narrative into a coherent cinematic experience. Kelly Gordon Brine provides a comprehensive framework for filmmakers, drawing on established film grammar and technical production standards. The text serves as a practical manual for directors and cinematographers to align their visual choices with the emotional and narrative requirements of a script.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Technical breakdowns of shot composition, camera angles, and lens selection.
- Methodologies for spatial continuity and screen geography.
- Practical blocking techniques for various scene types, including dialogue and action sequences.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on visual and structural planning rather than post-production color grading or sound design.
- It does not cover the business or distribution aspects of the film industry.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and practitioners frequently cite this work as a foundational resource for understanding the mechanics of film grammar. Readers often note the clarity of the technical explanations, making it a standard reference for students and independent filmmakers alike.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2020-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press,
ISBN-10:
0190054344
ISBN-13:
9780190054342
Framing Cinematography
Film Production
Directing
Motion pictures
Cinematography
Storyboards
Film Studies
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