The Story of Film: The history of cinema, filmmakers and their art, for students and movie lovers
By Mark Cousins
30 Ratings
Author and director Mark Cousins demonstrates how filmmakers are impacted by one another as well as by the historical events of their eras. "The Story of Film" is separated into three primary periods: Sound (1928—1990), Digital (1990—Present), and Silent (1885—1928). Chapters that represent the political and social themes of the era as well as the stylistic concerns of the filmmakers are used to explore the films. This edition features updated text that covers the wider range of contemporary global film as well as the significant technological advancements that have permanently altered movie displays.
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Author and director Mark Cousins demonstrates how filmmakers are impacted by one another as well as by the historical events of their eras. "The Story of Film" is separated into three primary periods: Sound (1928—1990), Digital (1990—Present), and Silent (1885—1928). Chapters that represent the political and social themes of the era as well as the stylistic concerns of the filmmakers are used to explore the films. This edition features updated text that covers the wider range of contemporary global film as well as the significant technological advancements that have permanently altered movie displays.