Encyclopedia Of Movie Special Effects:

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Encyclopedia Of Movie Special Effects: Patricia D.Encyclopedia Of Movie Special ... Textbook Netzley
Type:	eBook
Released:	1999
Publisher:	Greenwood
Page Count:	300
Format:	pdf
Language:	English
ISBN-10:	1573561673
ISBN-13:	9781573561679

From Library Journal An incredible treasury of f/x facts, this volume provides 366 entries on visual, mechanical, and makeup effects and techniques used in film and includes discussions of every movie to win an Oscar for special effects. Some attention is given to significant figures in the field, such as George Pal, but the focus is predominantly on films of the modern era, noting techniques and milestones without burdening the reader with technical jargon. Netzley, the author of several reference books, including Environmental Literature (see the review below), adds useful appendixes on Academy Award winners and nominees, special-effects houses, and specialized magazines. With illustrations, cross references, and numerous secondary bibliographies throughout, this encyclopedia has a scope and quality that no other f/x reference work approaches. It should serve as a good companion to such specialized magazines as Cinefex and Digital Magic. Highly recommended for all film collections.-Anthony J. Adam, Prairie View A&M Univ. Lib., Houston Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. Review ". . . succinctly penned and genuinely interesting entries. . . ." -- Reference Reviews, August 2000". . . the information here is hard to find elsewhere in such detail. Consider this title for readers with a serious, but not professional interest." -- School Library Journal, August 2000"...useful criteria for coverage. Recommended for any collection supporting film." -- Choice"This encyclopedia is a useful addition to any general film collection." -- Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin, June 2000Students, film buffs, and general readers will enjoy this books brief biographies, definitions of studio jargon, descriptions of special effects techniques, and descriptive lists of effects used in specific films. Many entries include historical notes, and an appendix lists Academy Award winners and nominees for special effects from 1939 to 1998. -- Book News, May 2000