Film Style & Technology: History and Analysis

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Summary: refreshing alternative to theoretical film study
Review: Barry Salt takes on the highly theoretical schools of film studies and wins! His argument rests on linking film style with technical improvements in technology. Fundamentally, this 'physicalist' angle functions as an important tool for understanding how certain film styles came to be. The book benefits from the fact that Salt has seen practically every Western film made since cinema began. Must have book for any cinema lover's library.

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Summary: The best movie book ever.
Review: The best movie book ever. If you're looking for just the facts and no b.s., this is the book for you.