Nicole Richter

The Moving Image Nicole Richter

The Moving Image: A Complete Introduction to Film provides students with an accessible and complete introduction to the world of motion pictures. The text covers the basics of how films are constructed, why they matter, and how to analyze them. It highlights diverse filmmakers and approaches, through the study of feature films, music videos, short films, and new media.

The text begins by defining cinema, discussing its origins, and introducing students to pioneers o