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One of America's most distinguished film professors provides the definitive A to Z course on the intricacies of film. Each…
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Why read it?
2 authors picked The Power of Film as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I found Suber’s book eye-opening about film. His insight into the true meaning of films was enlightening. I liked the way he examined film, sometimes minute by minute, to reveal their true meaning. He reminded me of the true influence that films have on society and society’s influence on film.
His writing was clear and concise, and he inspired me to add more depth to my own writing.
From Paul's list on start your career as a screenwriter.
I love great storytelling and what makes stories compelling. Suber goes into great detail about story, plot, and characters in a way that I found totally fascinating. It inspired me to think about storytelling differently. I got deeper and deeper into the process of what makes characters and their journey interesting.
There are many films that are successful at the box office, but not memorable. They fade as time passes. Great stories resonate for generations. Ultimately, the book is about what makes a film memorable.
From B.'s list on creativity, storytelling, and how we make decisions–irrationally.
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