Learn how to use the basic "grammar" of making films and videos in Grammar of the Shot ! This book shows you in no uncertain terms what you absolutely need to know to put together your own film or video, shot by shot. Whether you are just learning how to frame a shot or if you just need a refresher, this book gives you a basic toolkit of how to build a successful visual story that flows smoothly. Grammar of the Shot begins with an explanation of the essential visual language of filmmaking-the book takes you from the basic shape of a shot, to different types to shots, to composition of visual elements within each frame. You will be given the basic building blocks essential for successful shot lighting, screen direction, 3D elements, camera movement, and many general practices that make for a richer, multi-layered visual presentation. Most importantly, you will be given crucial background information to expand your visual vocabulary and help jumpstart your career in film and video. Designed as an easy-to-use reference, each topic is covered succinctly and is accompanied by clear photographs and diagrams that illustrate the key concepts presented in the book. Simple, elegant, and easy to use, Grammar of the Shot is a staple of any filmmaker's library. Don't miss the companion volume, Grammar of the Edit! (9780240521206)

* A simple and clear overview of the principles of shooting...timeless information that will improve your work

* Designed as a quick reference: each topic covered in an illustrated two-page spread

* Together with its companion volume Grammar of the Edit , these little books are all the beginning filmmaker needs

羅伊·湯普森（Roy Thompson），導演，德國之聲電視繼續教育中心的教師，先後在歐洲、非洲、中東和遠東等地區執教，教學經驗非常豐富。另著有《剪輯的語法》。

剋裏斯托弗·J ·鮑恩（Christop her J. Bowen），美國弗雷明漢州立大學（前身為波士頓大學）攝影、視頻剪輯與電影製作專業的教師，有數十年的教學經驗。同時也是Avid公司的認證講師，還是Fellsway Creatives製作公司的創意總監。 另著有《剪輯的語法》。

李蕊，1983年生，2005年畢業於哈爾濱工業大學，2007年獲英國東安格利亞大學電影學碩士學位，2010年獲中國傳媒大學電影學博士學位，現為中國傳媒大學戲劇影視學院講師，講授電影特技及攝影基礎課程。