The Grip Book, Second Edition [Paperback]

Michael Uva (Author), Sabrina Uva (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0240803159 | ISBN-13: 978-0240803159 | Publication Date: October 23, 1997 | Edition: 2

The Grip Book has been widely used by beginners and experienced key grips alike as both a learning tool as well as a handy reference for a number of years. It clearly details and illustrates all the equipment used by motion picture film technicians on stage as well as on location. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to include the latest models of all types of equipment and the authors have added important safety tips throughout the manual.

This new book is also significantly expanded to include a special supplement detailing cranes, jibs, and arms which had previously been published in a separate limited edition. The result is a comprehensive, unequaled reference that no technician or production student will want to be without.

Michael G. Uva is a well-respected Key Grip is Hollywood, with over 20 years' experience in film, TV movies, and commercials to his credit. He and his wife Sabrina are also owners of Uva's Grip Truck Service. They now wish to share their knowledge, particularly in order to help those who want to find their first job in the film industry and learn the business.

For both beginners and experienced key grips.
Includes information on all the technician's equipment.
A comprehensive, unequaled reference.

Editorial Reviews

Review

It is most helpful to students and in helping them after they leave school to work in the profession (Fred Watkins, U of North Texas).

From the Publisher

This new book is also significantly expanded to include a special supplement detailing cranes, jibs, and arms which had previously been published in a separate limited edition. The result is a comprehensive, unequaled reference that no technician or production student can be without.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 382 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 2 edition (October 23, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240803159
• ISBN-13: 978-0240803159
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #421,050 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing for a first year grip, December 9, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Grip Book, Second Edition (Paperback)

When I first learned about this book I was so excited. I had just started gripping on feature films and I thought I would be able to pick up some tips. Sadly, while Mr. Uva has been Key Gripping for years, he fails to provide true insight. While this book is great for people who have never worked with film equipment, at 30 clams, I regret the purchase. If you have gripped before, I would pass on this one.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners and pros, December 14, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Grip Book, Second Edition (Paperback)

I wish I had this book when I first started in this industry. Trying to figure out a c-stand, a flag, gels and bullets all at the same time can be stressful when you know nothing that first day! But for a beginner who wants to know the equipment, this is a great place to start. And for pros, the stuff on jibs, cranes, etc. is very good. I highly recommend it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Required reading for 1st Barbeque, October 20, 1998

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This review is from: The Grip Book, Second Edition (Paperback)

I wish someone had shown me this book when I first started out. The best grip equipment reference out there. The Tricks Of The Trade sidelines are also helpful. I first became familiar with the Grip Book in the form of a dog-eared first edition (minus the cover and splattered with diesel fuel) via a very kind but crusty generator operator in Phoenix, AZ. The book answered all of the questions I was afraid to ask.

This new edition has info on cranes that is worth the cover price alone.

My only criticism is that the syntax, spelling and proofreading is lacking. And, yes. It Matters!