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The film book : a complete guide to the world of film  Cover Image Book Book

The film book : a complete guide to the world of film / Ronald Bergan.

Bergan, Ronald, (author.).

Summary:

"The ultimate guide to movies, directors, and genres. Charts the history of cinema from its origins as a carnival sideshow to the latest CGI technology ; profiles 100 of the world's most influential directors, with a critical appraisal of their films ; examines more than 100 of the greatest movies ever made ; includes movie trivia, and "Top 10" and "What to watch" recommendations."--Back cover.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780744034592
  • ISBN: 0744034590
  • Physical Description: 360 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
  • Edition: Americanedition.
  • Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2021.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Originally published in 2011.
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction -- The story of film -- How movies are made -- Movie genres -- World film -- A-Z of directors -- Must-see movies.
Subject: Motion pictures.
Motion pictures > History.
Motion picture producers and directors > Criticism and interpretation.
Genre: Motion pictures.

Available copies

  • 2 of 2 copies available at Lehigh Valley Library System.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Allentown Public Library 791.43 BERG (Text) 34455006908038 Adult Nonfiction 1st FL Available -
Bethlehem Main Library 791.43 (Text) 33062009447559 Adult Nonfiction Available -

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