Introducing Film

Synopsis

Introducing Film provides its readers with a comprehensive introduction to film theory, introducing the methods and terminology used in the study and interpretation of films. Main topics that are dealt with on film courses, such as narrative, cinematography, spectatorship and the film industry are given extra attention. The text also draws on many examples from films contemporary and classic, and encourages the reader to hone an understanding of film theory as well as the social context in which it is situated.