Screenwriting in a Digital Era examines the practices of writing for the screen from early Hollywood to the new realism. Looking back to prehistories of the form; Kathryn Millard links screenwriting to visual and oral storytelling around the globe; and explores new methods of collaboration and authorship in the digital environment.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. One of the Top 10 Favorite Books in my Lifetime - For RealBy Robert RoseFull Disclosure: This book combines my two loves; indie/DIY/punk music and indie/DIY/Raw Travel. Ive read a plethora of books and viewed documentaries about punk music and touring (Henry Rollins - "Get in the Van"; "Another State of Mind") and Ive read many; many travel books in my time; including the classics when travelogues were more in vogue (before EVERYONE who has ever jumped on a plane had a blog; Twitter or Instragram trying to replace the sacred experience of authentic travel with "bucket lists" of vapid destinations in an attempt to show their cool factor). This book ranks as one of the most entertaining Ive had the pleasure of reading in a long time and Im a voracious and very picky reader. Life is too short to read a bad book and this book has me wishing for two lifetimes. This aptly titled book has me flipping "just one more page" deep into the night and my only complaint is that its severely killing my sleep patterns. No exaggeration; for me at least; ts that entertaining and it rings true (Ive been to some of the same destinations as the author. Indeed; we missed crossing paths by a matter of months in some cases). The other places Ive yet to visit are brought alive with a unique and well researched historical and everyday anthropological context missing in news reports and media today. The author is funny; depreciating; humble and in short; a great character to root for. His descriptions of life on the road for an indie musician; the colorful cast of characters and off the grid "destinations" are authentic; empathetic and thought provoking; not malicious or overly opinionated. This is seriously one of the top 10 or maybe top 5 best books Ive EVER read and Ive read hundreds by now. Get it; read it and be enthralled.. I may even read it again.. something Ive done only a handful of times in my life.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. This book is an excellent view into a world many people in the DIY/Punk ...By CustomerThis book is an excellent view into a world many people in the DIY/Punk scene never get to experience. Franz Nicolays writing is entertaining; thought provoking; and highly intellectual and well researched. It is an incredible first hand account of the struggles and rewards of being a touring solo artist in countries where people barely know who you are. This book has been the favorite part to my day and has opened a whole new world of learning for me. Nicolays personality truly comes through in his detailed story telling; and has been a pleasure to get a glimpse into a part of the punk scene that is often overlooked.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Nicolays talents translate and flourish from albums to booksBy Michael A. OstrovOver the course of many albums; tours; zines; and essays; Franz Nicolay has built a body of work any writer would be lucky to claim. His writing in whatever genre is always vigorously alive; sparked by surprising diction; sharp humor; and an unfailing awareness. Its wonderful to have a full book in which all of those talents have room to bloom. The book excels in all its terms-- as a document of a musician at a crossroads of his career; as a book about punk in general; eastern European punk specifically; as a snapshot of the areas recent political and social tumult with insight from several generations of people effected; as a meditation on travel itself; and as an updating of previous academic travel literature about the former eastern bloc. Nicolay balances the historical context; contemporary action; and personal narrative perfectly. Recommended for any fan of travel literature; European/Asian history; punk history; and music writing in general.
