Extensively illustrated, wide ranging discussion of narrative films and film making/makers including detailed analysis of 3 specific films: The Birth of a Nation, Battleship Potemkin and Citizen Kane.
A history of British radio and television, starting with the birth of radio at the beginning of the 20th century, discussing key moments in media history from the first wireless broadcast in 1920 through to recent developments in digital broadcasting…
This book provides an engaging introduction to analysing media texts. Students learn how to do semiotic, genre and narrative analysis, content and discourse analysis, and engage with debates about the politics of representation. Each chapter provides…
Beautifully presented book designed to support degree courses - includes examples from students and professionals, with clear diagrams and inspiring imagery. Includes interviews with Disney animators Art Babbitt, Wolfgang Reitherman and Ellen…
A one-stop how-to animation guide including fundamentals, key classical techniques and professional advice. Includes CD-ROM.
Contents: Development; Character design; Project financing; Rules of film-making; Soundtrack recording and editing; …