<P>Whether you're just learning how to frame a shot or simply looking for a refresher, the third edition of <I>Grammar of the Shot </I>gives you the tools you need to build a successful visual story that flows smoothly and makes sense to your audience.<BR><BR>Understand the basic building blocks essential for successful shot composition, screen direction, depth cues, lighting, screen direction, camera movement, and many general practices that make for richer, multi-layered visuals. Expand your visual vocabulary, help jumpstart your career in filmmaking, and watch visual examples and further instruction on the companion website, www.focalpress.com/cw/bowen.<BR>Designed as an easy-to-use reference, <I>Grammar of the Shot </I>presents each topic succinctly with clear photographs and diagrams illustrating the key concepts, and is a staple of any filmmaker’s library.</P><P>* A simple and clear overview of the principles of shooting motion pictures—timeless information that will improve your work</P><P>* The companion website offers video instruction and examples to bring the book's lessons to life</P><P>* Together with its companion volume <I>Grammar of the Edit</I>, Third Edition these books are exactly what the beginning filmmaker needs </P><P>New to this edition: </P><P>* A full chapter devoted to lighting </P><P>* More script coverage, complete with a sample script </P><P>* Suggested exercises and projects for you to practice your skills</P><P>* End-of-chapter quizzes to test your grasp of key concepts</P><P>* New visual examples</P><P></P>