Robert Bresson (1901-1999) was a French movie director. Over 25 years; he compiled some reflections about movies as an art form and applied these in his work. Bresson may be best known for two tragedies; "Au Hasard Balthazar" and "Mouchette;" and for a black comedy commenting on modern society; "The Devil Probably." In 1975; he published his reflections as "Notes on Cinematography." This remains essential reading today because many of the movie-making issues explored there are fundamental and not just about the state of the art during his time.Apart from clarifying key terms; this introduction aids students in four ways:1) It selects from among the "Notes" to introduce only the most important themes.2) It re-arranges the presentation topically; following the stages of movie production.3) It contains observations; reflections; suggestions or criticisms of Bresson.4) It concludes with a consideration of the movie storylines and issues tackled by Bresson in his style.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Irwin RubinExcellent!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good read for all violinists and violin teachers.By Jeffrey K. JohnsVery good read; sometimes a little dry; but it is very informative.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy braingirlunbelievable that a book like this exists
