GERM 262: European Film (HC) Spring 2012: Background & Statistics

A collection of useful and often fascinating information on many aspects of film, from the early days of silent cinema to the twenty-first century. With wide-ranging coverage and an international scope, it has something to interest everyone from casual film fans to dedicated enthusiasts. Information is presented in five major sections: People in Film; Film Categories and Genres; Film-Producing Countries; 100 Notable Films; and Film Reference. [adapted from publisher's description]

Annual statistics on film and cinema-going in Europe.

A comprehensive and accessible introduction to film and film studies, covering such aspects as production, national traditions, studios, genres, critical theory and film history.

The 10th edition of Bordwell and Thompson's key introduction to the art of film. Older editions also available.

A fully revised and updated third edition, this book includes new topical entries such as: action movies; art direction; blockbusters; Bollywood; exploitation cinema; and female masquerade. Providing accessible coverage of a comprehensive range of genres, movements, theories and production terms, this volume is a must-have guide to a fascinating area of study and arguably the greatest art form of modern times. [adapted from the BOOK JACKET]

Introduction to writing critically about cinema and related topics.