Breve historia del cine

It analyzes 50 key films, from superhero blockbusters to classic comedies, musicals and fake documentaries, and relates them to the most important genres, movements and cinematographic techniques. Accessible, concise and easy to read, this guide offers moviegoers a new way to enjoy their favorite movies and discover new titles. Find out how the invention of the moving image gave rise to a sophisticated and creative form of artistic expression that cuts across all cultures. The book is divided into four chapters: "Genres", "Movies", "Movements" and "Techniques". They can be read successively or independently of each other. The references at the bottom of each page show the connections with the other sections of the book, while the informative tables cover the main contributions, progress, background and context of each film and filmmaker.