The Technique of Film and Video Editing, Fourth Edition: History, Theory, and Practice
by Ken Dancyger
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Author: Ken DancygerEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2006-11-28
ISBN: 0240807650
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: Focal Press
Book Reviews of The Technique of Film and Video Editing, Fourth Edition: History, Theory, and Practice
Book Review: Not Great
Summary: 2 Stars
I had to buy this for a film editing class. I'm only about 2 chapters in so far, but I'm thoroughly disappointed. Dancyger seems to prefer directing techniques over editing techniques, and definitely theory over practice. The first two chapters are reiterating the basics of film history with many techniques used in the classics by Melies, Porter, and Eisenstein. I've learned so much about film history and SO LITTLE about editing technique I am definitely disappointed and unenthusiastic about reading more.
Summary of The Technique of Film and Video Editing, Fourth Edition: History, Theory, and Practice
The Technique of Film & Video Editing provides a detailed, precise look at the artistic and aesthetic principles and practices of editing for both picture and sound. Analyses of photographs from dozens of classic and contemporary films and videos provide a sound basis for the professional filmmaker and student editor. This book puts into context the storytelling choices an editor will have to make against a background of theory, history, and practice. This new edition has been updated to include the latest advances in digital video and nonlinear editing and explores the new trend of documentary as mainstream entertainment, using films such as "Farenheit 9/11" and "The Fog of War" as examples.* Learn how to strengthen your story and engage your audience through the editing process
* Examples, analysis, and film stills from great movies
* Includes a new chapter on the impact of documentaries
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