Independent Film Making
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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For every aspiring filmmaker who has ever stared down a camera lens and wondered where to begin, Lenny Lipton's Independent Film Making stands as the definitive answer. First published in the early 1970s and rapidly adopted as a foundational text in college filmmaking courses across the country, this comprehensive guide instructs readers on every facet of the craft — from the mechanics of cameras and lenses to the intricacies of editing, sound recording, and optical effects — all delivered with the clarity and authority of a true practitioner. Lipton presents technical concepts without condescension, making the complex world of independent cinema genuinely accessible to the beginner while remaining substantive enough to engage the more seasoned enthusiast. Beyond its practical utility, Independent Film Making holds a significant place in the canon of cinema education, having shaped generations of independent filmmakers who went on to redefine the boundaries of American film. Lipton's prose is direct and energetic, reflecting the DIY spirit of the independent film movement itself — a movement that champions creative vision over Hollywood budget. Praised by *Best Seller* magazine as unsurpassed in excellence and up-to-date guidance for the beginning filmmaker, this volume remains a compelling testament to the democratisation of cinema. Whether you dream of shooting your first short or are determined to master the technical language of the medium, this is the book that will set you on your path.
Author: Lenny Lipton
Format: Paperback
Genre: Movies & entertainment
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
For every aspiring filmmaker who has ever stared down a camera lens and wondered where to begin, Lenny Lipton's Independent Film Making stands as the definitive answer. First published in the early 1970s and rapidly adopted as a foundational text in college filmmaking courses across the country, this comprehensive guide instructs readers on every facet of the craft — from the mechanics of cameras and lenses to the intricacies of editing, sound recording, and optical effects — all delivered with the clarity and authority of a true practitioner. Lipton presents technical concepts without condescension, making the complex world of independent cinema genuinely accessible to the beginner while remaining substantive enough to engage the more seasoned enthusiast. Beyond its practical utility, Independent Film Making holds a significant place in the canon of cinema education, having shaped generations of independent filmmakers who went on to redefine the boundaries of American film. Lipton's prose is direct and energetic, reflecting the DIY spirit of the independent film movement itself — a movement that champions creative vision over Hollywood budget. Praised by *Best Seller* magazine as unsurpassed in excellence and up-to-date guidance for the beginning filmmaker, this volume remains a compelling testament to the democratisation of cinema. Whether you dream of shooting your first short or are determined to master the technical language of the medium, this is the book that will set you on your path.