Cinematography is the first title in the Screencraft Series, a unique venture which aims to unravel for the first time the multi-layered language of film-making, by exploring the fusion of crafts which combine to create the most important art form of the 20th century. kind of attention reserved for directors and actors, there is little doubt that this is the key technical role in the process of revealing a story through images. filmmaking and represent a diversity of film cultures. cinema heritage and the fact that their work has helped to expand -- if not revolutionize -- the language of film. practicing professionals, students, and movie buffs alike. cinematographers and through the powerful images they have created for the screen. filmmaking and represent a diversity of film cultures, from African Queen to Delicatessen. Highly illustrated -- over 500 color pictures and 300 black and white photos -- and written entirely based on each cinematographer's own words from interviews This book, featuring the world's finest cinematographers, will inspire practicing professionals, students, and movie buffs alike.