| Scorsese Up Close: A Study of the Films Contributor(s): Nyce, Ben (Author) |
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ISBN: 0810847876 ISBN-13: 9780810847873 Publisher: Scarecrow Press OUR PRICE: $76.23 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2004 Annotation: This study of Martin Scorsese's works looks closely at the cinematic text of the films themselves. Unlike other books on Scorsese, which favor the discussion of broad themes and plot summary, Nyce also examines particular shots and sequences of shots. Scorsese Up Close mirrors the same scrutiny that the filmmaker brings to the shooting and editing process. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism - Performing Arts | Film - Direction & Production - Performing Arts | Individual Director |
| Dewey: 791.430 |
| LCCN: 2003020840 |
| Series: Scarecrow Filmmakers (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 5.72" W x 8.8" (0.81 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Unlike other books on Martin Scorsese that favor the discussion of broad themes and plot summaries, Scorsese Up Close: A Study of the Films also looks at the cinematic text of the great director's films. With a scrutiny comparable to the detail Scorsese brings to the shooting and editing process, author Ben Nyce examines particular shots or sequences of shots in many of the director's works. By focusing on these key components, Nyce explains how the visual and aural elements of such scenes dramatize Scorsese's singular vision. Nyce first discusses several of the early works that established Scorsese as a filmmaker, beginning with a short student film, What's a Nice Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? Subsequent chapters focus on individual films in the Scorsese canon, including Mean Streets, The Last Temptation of Christ, The Age of Innocence, Bringing out the Dead, Taxi Driver, and Raging Bull. Nyce's close attention to the details within each of these films will satisfy fans and students alike, especially those who share a passion for Scorsese's artistry and an appreciation for the craft of his filmmaking. Illustrated with photos. |