The book is built on the concept of . Unlike other texts that might focus on film history or cultural theory first, Bordwell and Thompson focus on the mechanics of the medium. They argue that a film is a constructed object, and viewers interact with it through:
The book wisely starts by widening the scope. Before diving into Hollywood narratives, it distinguishes between: The book is built on the concept of
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Everything in the frame, from lighting and costumes to the behavior of the figures.
: This covers everything placed in front of the camera, including setting, lighting, costume, and staging, to create a film's visual world. Cinematography
Bordwell and Thompson’s approach is formalist. They break down a film into its DNA, focusing on four primary areas: