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  • Paperback: 624 pages
  • Publisher: Silman-James Press (September 1991)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 187950507X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1879505070
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best technical and creative book on blocking and shots, May 2, 2003
Unequivocally the best reference for shots and blocking. Strickly for the professional director and cinematographer; this is a highly technical book. I refer to this book during my prep for each film, and no matter how many times I have read it, I am always reminded of something dynamic and valuable. Each page has storyboard drawings that show camera position, screen direction, and sequence of cuts. Also shown are dolly moves and character movement. These diagrams are accompanied by clear and detailed commentary. Do not be misled by the selected sample pages above. Fully 35% of the book is diagrams; the text explains the diagrams. The book is organized with the most basic coverage at the beginning, and each chapter thereafter presents increasing complexity of blocking. The shots presented are all from actual films, a factor that gives the material and the book an aliveness and vitality. Some of these films are complete unknowns, others are classics. Yet the source is inconsequential; what is amazing is that Mr. Arijon has essentially put into this book every possible combination of camera placement and character arrangement that has ever been done in cinema. Every director I have shown this book to has immediately gone out and gotten their own copy for reference. Anyone planning to direct or shoot a film will find this book an invaluable contribution to their ideas and creativity. Again due to its highly technical content, this is for professionals or serious students. The bible of blocking for cinema.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A magnum Opus, ......directors Elysium, December 8, 2001
By G T Evans (Swansea, WALES (Not part of England)) - See all my reviews
Are you an amateur film maker, prehaps you have not attended film school, and your looking for a book to guide you through the rudimentaries of directing? Well, look no further, this book is a directors panacea, a klodike filled with sound advice, superb diagrams and clear chapters taking you through all techniques.

It's 600 pages of diagrams that will explain in detail how to set up shots, what techniques one can utilise and unconventional methods of composing pictures, playcing actors etc.

I have bought numerous books on directing, this is the first one which actually helps a director transfer a scene from a script on to film/storyboard. It can be quite sophistocated and requires some effort to get aquainted with certain intricate techniques. Even seasoned directors would be advised to have a copy of this fine book.

As a college lecturer I have found this book invaluable. I recommend it, it's worth every penny.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on film making, February 24, 2006
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After 17 years in the entertainment business, I have, or have read just about every book on film making there is and this is by far the most comprehensive when it comes to explaining what a composed image means. It also explains how to shoot and compile sequences to create specific rhythms, moods and elicit desired emotions from your audience. This is hands-down the best book for Directors, Editors, and Cinematographers available.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good book!!
This book is good for the director/DP and editor. It covers mainly blocking actors but also covers how seens should be cut. Overall a good read. Read more
Published on October 21, 2007 by William A. Chapman Jr.

3.0 out of 5 stars New edition?
This book is certainly useful to get a handle on blocking actors and editing patterns that go behond two actors and the 180' rule. Read more
Published on May 14, 2006 by Daryl Watson

3.0 out of 5 stars just above the median
Unfortunately, author Arijon uses illustrations that reinforce the sexual objectification of the female gender in film; thus, his approach to teaching in this regard is limited to... Read more
Published on March 7, 2006 by Fabian Freire

5.0 out of 5 stars Sexist? Probably. Invaluable? Oh yeah.
I have to say that the illustrations are odd. A significant number have scantily-clad women and naked women but there are also illustrations of naked men. Read more
Published on April 18, 2005 by K. Triplett

1.0 out of 5 stars sexist guid in film language
It would good guid, even perfect for students in film, if almost all examples would not be given on a basis of nude female running around usually well-dressed male.
Published on July 30, 2004 by Susan Zizek

5.0 out of 5 stars A strongly recommended addition to film school reference
Grammar Of The Film Language by professional screenwriter, film editor, and director Daniel Arijon is a comprehensive, thorough, "user friendly" guide to the assorted... Read more
Published on April 12, 2002 by Midwest Book Review

4.0 out of 5 stars Very thorough and earnest with a lot of diagrams
Covers every possible camera setup and editing technique. Not every bit is top notch, but the book is 600 pages and so there is a lot to be gained. Recommended.
Published on July 2, 1999 by gallagher@mclink.it

5.0 out of 5 stars The best technical and creative book on blocking and shots.
Unequivocally the best reference for shots and blocking. Strickly for the professional director and cinematographer; this is a highly technical book. Read more
Published on March 17, 1999 by Hal Trussell

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