{"title":"Dr Melissa Lenos","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful work of Dr Melissa Lenos, an esteemed scholar in the fields of film and media studies. Her engaging approach to understanding the cinematic world makes her books a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts alike. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Dr Lenos offers readers the tools to enhance their appreciation of film and its multifaceted impact on society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eAn Introduction to Film Analysis\u003c\/em\u003e. This book serves as an essential guide for anyone seeking to delve into the intricacies of film theory and criticism. By breaking down complex concepts into accessible ideas, Dr Lenos empowers readers to explore and analyse films with a newfound perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection, under the umbrella of Philosophy \u0026amp; Psychology, invites readers to ponder the philosophical and psychological dimensions of film, encouraging a deeper understanding of both the medium itself and the human experience it portrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Dr Melissa Lenos's works to enrich your knowledge and appreciation of films, fostering a connection between cinema's artistic and intellectual realms.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-film-analysis-by-professor-michael-ryan-9781501318542","title":"An Introduction to Film Analysis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Film Analysis\u003c\/i\u003e is designed to introduce students to filmmaking techniques while also providing an invaluable guide to film interpretation. It takes readers step by step through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ethe basic technical terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eshot-by-shot analyses of film sequences\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eset design, composition, editing, camera work, post-production, art direction, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter provides clear examples and full colour images from classic as well as contemporary films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRyan and Lenos's updated edition introduces students to the different kinds of lenses and their effects, the multiple possibilities of lighting, and the way post-production modifies images through such processes as saturation and desaturation. Students will learn to ask why the camera is placed where it is, why an edit occurs where it does, or why the set is designed in a certain way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second section of the book focuses on \u003cb\u003ecritical analysis\u003c\/b\u003e, introducing students to the various approaches to film, from psychology to history, with new analysis on postcolonial, transnational, and Affect Theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew to this edition\u003c\/b\u003e is a third section featuring several in-depth analyses of films to put into practice what comes before: \u003ci\u003eThe Birds\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Shining\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVagabond\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eIn the Mood for Love\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBefore the Devil Knows You're Dead\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000540414188,"sku":"9781501318542","price":76.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14465043482722.jpg?v=1763282671"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/dr-melissa-lenos.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}