Film Directing Shot By Shot

By Steven D. Katz

A complete catalogue of visual techniques and their stylistic implications for both the filmmaker and videomaker. A textbook which enables filmmakers (as well as screenwriters and others) to expand their stylistic knowledge. Contents include: visualization tools, storyboard style, continuity style, staging dialogue scenes, camera techniques, framing and composition techniques, camera movement, blocking tracking shots, and script analysis. Includes over 750 illustrations, photographs and original storyboards from Speilberg's Empire of the Sun, Hitchcock's The Birds, and Well's Citizen Kane. An essential book for both seasoned and novice filmmakers.