Understanding Film Theory

Synopsis

This essential core textbook provides an approachable and extensive introduction to film theory, written by two highly experienced senior lecturers. Bringing a fresh, contemporary and accessible approach to what is often perceived to be a challenging and old-fashioned area of film studies that requires time and effort to grasp, the text illustrates why theory is important and demonstrates how it can be applied in a meaningful way. The book's sixteen chapters are clear and comprehensive and provide an insight into the main areas of debate, using clear definitions and explaining complex ideas succinctly.The ideal entry point for any student studying film, the book is designed for use on courses on film theory on undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes within film, cinema, media and cultural studies.New to this Edition:- An expanded introduction, plus a new chapter looking at Adaptation- Contemporary case studies exploring popular and topical films, such as The Hunger Games (2012), Blue is the Warmest Colour (2013) and The Lego Movie (2014)- An expanded introduction, plus a new chapter looking at Adaptation- Additional genre-based case study on the British Gangster film- Additional actor-basedcase study on Ryan Gosling- A greater focus throughout on the relevance of film theory to students undertaking practical film degrees and units

Copyright:

2018

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781350306462

Related ISBNs:

9781137587947

Publisher:

Bloomsbury Publishing

Date of Addition:

11/05/21

Copyrighted By:

Ruth Doughty and Christine Etherington-Wright

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

History, Entertainment, Nonfiction, Art and Architecture, Social Studies

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.