PRELIMINARY CONTENTS

Preface

1. The Art of Watching Films
2. Thematic Elements
3. Fictional and Dramatic Elements
4. Visual Design
5. Cinematography and Special Visual Effects
6. Editing
7. Color
8. Sound Effects and Dialogue
9. The Musical Score
10. Acting
11. The Director's Style
12. Analysis of the Whole Film
13. Adaptations
14. Genre Films, Remakes, and Sequels
15. Film and Society

Notes
Glossary
Index
Credits