Film Studies

How Documentaries Work

Jacob Bricca

9780197554111
Paperback
14 March 2023

British Cinema: A Very Short Introduction

Charles Barr

9780199688333
Paperback
20 October 2022

Very Short Introductions

British Cinema: A Very Short Introduction explores the history of cinema in Britain, and considers what has made its films and techniques distinctive, especially in the context of British relations with America. Ranging across the 20th century, Barr's account looks at key British films and filmmakers within this context.

Indian Cinema: A Very Short Introduction

Ashish Rajadhyaksha

9780198723097
Paperback
28 July 2016

Very Short Introductions

The Indian cinema sells 2.9 billion movie tickets annually, the largest in the world. Yet, as an economic entity, the Indian movie industry remains small, with an annual revenue that is 5% of Hollywood's. This volume throws light on the history of Indian cinema and the circumstances that saw the birth of one of the world's great countercultures.

Hollywood: A Very Short Introduction

Peter Decherney

9780199943548
Paperback
28 January 2016

Very Short Introductions

Film: A Very Short Introduction

Michael Wood

9780192803535
Paperback
26 January 2012

Very Short Introductions

Film is considered to be the dominant art form of the twentieth century. It can be considered many other things; a record of events, a modern mythology, a career, an industry, an art, a hobby, and much else. Michael Wood explores the history of film, its venture into the digital age, and its role and impact on modern society.

Film Music: A Very Short Introduction

Kathryn Kalinak

9780195370874
Paperback
27 May 2010

Very Short Introductions

Documentary Film: A Very Short Introduction

Patricia Aufderheide

9780195182705
Paperback
24 January 2008

Very Short Introductions