The newly-revised and updated fourth edition of Grammar of the Shot teaches readers the principles behind successful shot composition, screen direction, depth cues, lighting, screen direction, camera movement, shooting for editing, and many general practices to help create rich, multi-layered visuals. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, Grammar of the Shot presents each topic succinctly with clear photographs and diagrams illustrating key concepts, practical exercises and quiz questions, and is a staple of any filmmaker s library. The book is accompanied with downloadable,...

The newly-revised and updated fourth edition of Grammar of the Shot teaches readers the principles behind successful shot composition, screen direction, depth cues, lighting, screen direction, camera movement, shooting for editing, and many general practices to help create rich, multi-layered visuals. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, Grammar of the Shot presents each topic succinctly with clear photographs and diagrams illustrating key concepts, practical exercises and quiz questions, and is a staple of any filmmaker s library. The book is accompanied with downloadable,...