The Filmmaker's Eye: Learning (and Breaking) the Rules of Cinematic Composition

Destined to become a classic in film book publishing, "The Filmmaker's Eye" is a colorful, highly visual reference that breaks down each type of film shot such as the close-up or long shot and covers: how it works, why it works, technical considerations, and how to break the rules. It is the only book that combines conceptual and practical instruction on creating polished and eloquent images for film and video with the technical know-how to achieve them. Filmmakers will learn how to make smart visual choices with this quick, focused, and visual guide to cinematic composition.