
Film Production
Steven Bernstein(Author)
Focal Press
2nd Edition
Published on 27. June 1994
Book
Paperback/Softback
216 pages
978-0-240-51343-0 (ISBN)
Description
Film Production is a long established and authoritative textbook on the techniques and processes of filmmaking from script to screen. It provides an easy to follow technical introduction to the subject, demystifying the processes and explaining terms for the beginner. It deals with the `technology of expression' showing how technology enables the concept of cinematic language or grammar. By mastering the various technical aspects of filmmaking, the potential for effective, evocative, meaningful and significant cinematic expression becomes increasingly possible.
A broad understanding of the entire process of filmmaking will benefit even the specialist. The book begins with an examination of film stock and exposure, and then goes on to a study of the camera, its operation and the procedure for shooting. The book then looks at editing, camera movement, composition and lighting explaining both the technology and creative uses. Each chapter refers to the most widely used techniques and treats filmmaking as a practical art. This is a book that every new entrant to the film industry should read.
Steven Bernstein is a Lecturer at the University of Southern California Film Department and has been a Director of Photography on many feature films including `Like Water for Chocolate' - the highest grossing foreign language film in the history of the American film industry and winner of over 30 international awards. He has a wealth of experience in directing and cinematography as commercials and documentaries for BCC and Channel 4.
A broad understanding of the entire process of filmmaking will benefit even the specialist. The book begins with an examination of film stock and exposure, and then goes on to a study of the camera, its operation and the procedure for shooting. The book then looks at editing, camera movement, composition and lighting explaining both the technology and creative uses. Each chapter refers to the most widely used techniques and treats filmmaking as a practical art. This is a book that every new entrant to the film industry should read.
Steven Bernstein is a Lecturer at the University of Southern California Film Department and has been a Director of Photography on many feature films including `Like Water for Chocolate' - the highest grossing foreign language film in the history of the American film industry and winner of over 30 international awards. He has a wealth of experience in directing and cinematography as commercials and documentaries for BCC and Channel 4.
Reviews / Votes
Reviews from the 1st edition:'A superior guide to all the basic aspects of film technique. Clearly written and intelligently illustrated, the book covers everything the novice or even the experienced film maker needs to know about the practicalities of film making.' American Film Quarterly
'The Complete Angler of the 16mm Film World'
Amateur Film Maker
'Every nascent filmmaker would be the better professional for absorbing this fundamental body of knowledge'.
Filmkunst
More details
Edition
2nd New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Graduate and post-graduate students of film production; professional film makers and producers; amateur film makers.<BR id="CRLF">
Edition type
New edition
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 189 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-240-51343-0 (9780240513430)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Steven Bernstein
The Technique of Film Production
Book
10/1988
4th Edition
Focal Press
€40.24
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Person
Author
Cinematographer, director, member of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC)
Content
Basic photography; Camera operation; Lenses; Shooting; Labs; Sound and editing; Lighting; Special effects; Pre-production; Production; Direction; Glossary