Voice and Vision: A Creative Approach to Narrative Film and DV Production (Paperback)

by Mick Hurbis-Cherrier (Author)
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Editorial Reviews

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"For those filmmakers who want to learn more about the technicalities of film and DV production, this is the book you've been waiting for. Written in a way that is educational yet easy-to-understand, you will find this book helpful whether you're a new filmmaker or one with some experience under your belt. Regardless of your budget size, or your preference for film/DV, there is an incredible amount of information to learn here. The book's layout and detailed illustrations make it easy to follow and enjoyable to read, while the depth of information--as well as the topics themselves--ensure that this book will be usable for quite awhile after its purchase. The price is excellent, espcially considering the amount of information the book contains, as well as its reusability. A must-have for the filmmaker who wants to take his education to the next level!" - Microfilmmaker Magazine

"I've adopted the textbook for my film production class and I have to tell you I have not come across a better one. ... I'm continually thrilled when I discover yet another piece that is ideal for teaching not just the mechanics of film making, but the impact on cinematic storytelling. Too many textbooks leave out the 'why' when explaining production. It's easy to get sidetracked into explaining technical details, but unless you can explain its relevance to the story, why teach it?" -Hamp Overton, Assistant Professor - University of New Orleans

"With Voice and Vision, Mick Hurbis-Cherrierhas written a ground-breaking book that approaches the subject as a technical, narrative, creative endeavor that marries a filmmaker's voice to his/her mise en scene. It is a book that is compelling and exciting as it distills essential information about film and digital image-making tools with the aesthetic wisdom of many of the world's greatest storytellers. It is quite simply the best book of its kind on the market today." - Film Festival Today

"A concise, graphic, and comprehensive manual for the serious beginning filmmaker--full of practical, technical information and solid artistic guidance, and some inspiration too."
-Michael Rabiger, Author of "Directing: Film Techniques and Aesthetics and Directing the Documentary"

"Hurbis-Cherrier takes years of teaching film and video production and puts it all down on paper in 'Voice and Vision,' combining technical and aesthetic applications with a realistic approach to filmmaking. It is a comprehensive guide for aspiring filmmakers working in both film and digital video." -Jacqueline B. Frost, Associate Professor, Department of Radio-TV-Film, California State University, Fullerton

"Mick Hurbis-Cherrier has written a very unusual book for film and video makers. The book,Voice and Vision,differs from other production books by seeing production as a technical,narrative,creative undertaking that is unique because each filmmaker has a distinct voice.This book transends 'how to' and invites the creative 'why-not' of its readers. I've never read a better beginning to the film and videomaking journey." -Ken Dancyger, Professor at New York University's Kanbar Institute of Film & Television and Author of "Broadcast Writing," "Alternative Scriptwriting," "The Technique of Film and Video Editing" and "Writing the Short Film."

"It feels like sitting in a classroom with a great teacher, who supplements key information with wonderfully entertaining and illustrative stories...students will feel more like they are reading a good story rather than trying to wade through a textbook." -Andrew Lund, Filmmaker and Graduate Film Professor, Columbia University

"The discussion of the technical and logistic matters is very good: it is comprehensive, thorough, and very well explained." -Michael Kowalski, Film Professor, Chapman University, and Sound Designer on "Lost In La Mancha"

"Mick Hurbis-Cherrier teaches film and video production at Hunter College in New
York, and has worked as a producer, director, cinematographer and editor. He
knows what he's talking about, and has presented it in a beautifully illustrated and
photographed book that should be a required textbook in every film school."
--Jon Fauer, ASC, Film and Digital Times

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Product Details

• Paperback: 560 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press (March 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240807731
• ISBN-13: 978-0240807737
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #333,995 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best introduction to film production, October 12, 2007

By	Dave Monahan (Wilmington, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Voice and Vision's text is accessible, concise, and crystal clear, whether explaining technical procedures or aesthetic concepts. It's the most comprehensive and useful film production textbook I've come across in over ten years of teaching filmmaking.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Motion Picture & DV Primer on Production and Post-Production, April 1, 2008

By	Don Hall (USC School of Cinematic Arts) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As an instructor at the USC School of Cinematic Arts I find "Voice and Vision" and excellent reference in all areas of physical production. I give my most talented students a copy as a reward for their outstanding accomplishments. "Voice and Vision" covers more subjects and areas than is normally found in other books. The information is accurate and timely.

5.0 out of 5 stars If you want a quick start, April 11, 2009

By	Michael D. Fisher (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Voice and Vision gives a concise breakdown of the film making process and is probably the best all-around book about film making that I've ever read. It's not the only book you should read on the subject, but if you could only read one book to get started, this is the one. Your second book should be The DV Rebel's Guide.