Our love of films often leads us to discuss them in enthusiastic, if not necessarily sophisticated, conversations. Many moviegoers want a better understanding so that they might better articulate their experiences. This midpoint between theorizing and plot summary is not difficult to achieve. Since their introduction just before the turn of the 20th century, the vast majority of narrative films have followed the same structure—now known as Classic Hollywood Cinema. This book examines what “classic” means, particularly in Westerns, gangster films, film noir, horror, science fiction, slapstick comedy and screwball comedy/romance. The reader is introduced to concepts of film theory, which leads to a better and deeper appreciation of the movies. A 20-page comprehensive industry glossary of film terms is included for easy reference.
"This book examines the method, particularly as it is manifested in Westerns, gangster films, film noir, horror, science fiction, slapstick comedy and screwball comedy/romance. It introduces readers to concepts of film theory and equips them with the tools to better appreciate film. A 20-page comprehensive industry glossary of film terms is included for easy reference"--
This book outlines an approach to film appreciation that emphasizes awareness of common modes of production, familiar structural frameworks, and popular thematic features. After an overview of classic Hollywood cinema as the form for almost every film that has been made, chapters discuss Westerns, gangster movies, film noir, horror films, science fiction, slapstick comedies, and screwball comedies and how they fit into classic Hollywood cinema conventions; the general features of each genre, such as key elements in plot and characterization, key issues, and cultural and aesthetic contexts; and examples of three variants or subgenres from different decades, to show the consistency of generic elements from decade to decade. Annotation ©2019 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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