The film book : a complete guide to the world of film /
Bergan, Ronald,
The film book : a complete guide to the world of film / Ronald Bergan. - American edition. - 360 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Originally published in 2011. Includes index.
Introduction -- The story of film -- How movies are made -- Movie genres -- World film -- A-Z of directors -- Must-see movies.
"The ultimate guide to movies, directors, and genres. Charts the history of cinema from its origins as a carnival sideshow to the latest CGI technology ; profiles 100 of the world's most influential directors, with a critical appraisal of their films ; examines more than 100 of the greatest movies ever made ; includes movie trivia, and "Top 10" and "What to watch" recommendations."--Back cover.
9780744034592 0744034590
Motion pictures.
Motion pictures--History.
Motion picture producers and directors--Criticism and interpretation.
Motion pictures.
The film book : a complete guide to the world of film / Ronald Bergan. - American edition. - 360 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Originally published in 2011. Includes index.
Introduction -- The story of film -- How movies are made -- Movie genres -- World film -- A-Z of directors -- Must-see movies.
"The ultimate guide to movies, directors, and genres. Charts the history of cinema from its origins as a carnival sideshow to the latest CGI technology ; profiles 100 of the world's most influential directors, with a critical appraisal of their films ; examines more than 100 of the greatest movies ever made ; includes movie trivia, and "Top 10" and "What to watch" recommendations."--Back cover.
9780744034592 0744034590
Motion pictures.
Motion pictures--History.
Motion picture producers and directors--Criticism and interpretation.
Motion pictures.