Cinematography Beyond Technique: A Story-First Approach to Moving Images
Author:   Tal Lazar
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
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9781041137276


Pages:   282
Publication Date:   22 December 2025
Format:   Paperback
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Cinematography Beyond Technique: A Story-First Approach to Moving Images


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Author:   Tal Lazar
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.550kg
ISBN:  

9781041137276


ISBN 10:   1041137273
Pages:   282
Publication Date:   22 December 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Visual Language 2. Breaking down the Script 3. Characters and Perspective 4. The Visual Strategy 5. Introduction to Lenses 6. Selecting a Lens Plate A 7. The Cinematic Composition 8. Expression with Color 9. Movement and Time 10. The Language of Light 11. Practical Lighting 12. The Director and the Cinematographer Plate B Bibliography Films and Images in this book

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Tal Lazar was my cinematography student, a member of my faculty and now becomes my instructor with this beautiful, instructive book. In this moment, when acquiring the tools of filmmaking is easy, Cinematography Beyond Technique gives the reader the soft tools to create story-driven images. Stephen Lighthill, ASC, Former President, the American Society of Cinematographers; Chair, Cinematography, American Film Institute Conservatory


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Tal Lazar is an award-winning cinematographer, producer, and educator. He has taught at prominent institutions, including the American Film Institute Conservatory and Columbia University, and led online programs for Sundance Institute and Berklee College of Music. His films, ranging from thrillers and action to intimate drama, have reached audiences worldwide.

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