Thomson, David, 1941-

How to watch a movie / David Thomson. - 242 pages ; 21 cm.

Are we having fun?
Screens
Alone together?
See it once, watch it twice?
Watching and seeing
What is cinematic information?
What is a shot?
What is a cut, and does it hurt?
What do you hear?
What is a story, and does it matter?
Who makes these movies?
What does a hero do?
Can you see the money?
The document and the dream
Where is the screen?

A critic shares professional insights into how to derive more from a film experience, analyzing a range of iconic films to reveal metaphorical artistry techniques in the acting, filming, dialogue, and music

9781101910849 1101910844

2014046757


Motion pictures--Appreciation.
Cinematography.
Cine--Apreciación
Cinematografía

PN 1994 / T482h 2017

791.43015