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Book SynopsisDemonstrates how digital effects-driven films should be understood as a continuation of the narrative and stylistic traditions that have defined American cinema for decades. Stephen Prince argues for an understanding of digital technologies as an expanded toolbox, available to enhance both realist films and cinematic fantasies.
Trade Review"For an understanding of the impact and consequences of digital visual effects in the movies, this book is essential. Prince knows his stuff, and his perspective is wise and compelling." -- Carl Plantinga * author of Moving Viewers: American Film and the Spectator's Experience *
"Whereas many books have debated the merits of digital effects in cinema, few of them truly explore the many layers of cinematic experience that are made possible by all kinds of technology.
Digital Visual Effects in Cinema is one of the exceptions to this trend in that Prince examines the various levels at which digital effects can be integrated into a film, giving a rich understanding of the range of possibilities and their implications for the production and consumption of a film. An eyjoyable, informative read. Highly recommended."
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"For an understanding of the impact and consequences of digital visual effects in the movies, this book is essential. Prince knows his stuff, and his perspective is wise and compelling." -- Carl Plantinga * author of Moving Viewers: American Film and the Spectator's Experience *
"Whereas many books have debated the merits of digital effects in cinema, few of them truly explore the many layers of cinematic experience that are made possible by all kinds of technology.
Digital Visual Effects in Cinema is one of the exceptions to this trend in that Prince examines the various levels at which digital effects can be integrated into a film, giving a rich understanding of the range of possibilities and their implications for the production and consumption of a film. An eyjoyable, informative read. Highly recommended."
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Table of ContentsAcknowledgments
Introduction: Beyond Spectacle
1. Through the Looking Glass
2. Painting with Digital Light
3. Actors and Algorithms
4. Digital Environment Creation
5. Immersive Aesthetics
Conclusion: The Pleasures of Illusion
Notes
Index
