Books
The following are a number of recommended texts focused on the area of media and film studies:
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An Introduction to Film Studies An Introduction to Film Studies has established itself as the leading textbook for students of cinema. This revised and updated third edition guides students through the key issues and concepts in film studies, introduces some of the world’s key national cinemas. |
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Teach Yourself Film Studies Teach Yourself Film Studies is an invaluable reference book for both Film Studies students and film buffs. It gives a chronological history of cinema and film with an analysis of the different genres of films and directors, from Westerns to Sci-Fi and from Hitchcock to Tarantino. |
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Film Art In the new sixth edition, Film Art continues it’s commitment to providing the best introduction to the fundamentals of serious film study - images throughout the book are collected from actual film frames, not from production stills or advertising photos. |
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Oxford Guide to Film Studies In its coverage of major theoretical issues, provides a sound introduction for undergraduate film-studies students and perhaps even more usefully, for students on courses on which film is only a part. |
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The Animators Survival Kit Animation is one of the hottest and most creative areas of film-making and the master animator who bridges the old generation and the new is Richard Williams. During his 40 years in the business, Williams has been one of the true innovators and serves as the link between the golden age of animation by hand and the computer animation successes. |
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Timing for Animation Written by two internationally acclaimed animators, this classic text teaches you all you need to know about the art of timing and its importance in the animated film. This reissue includes a new foreword by John Lasseter, executive vice president of Pixar Animation Studios and director of ‘Toy Story’, ‘Toy Story 2′, ‘A Bug’s Life’ and ‘Monsters Inc.’ |
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Understanding Film Texts This introductory title aims to make ideas and procedures in film studies more accessible. The title is organized around story, character and spectacle. Each chapter makes references to two films, contemporary and diverse’ |
