DOC Of Planting and Planning: The making of British colonial cities (Planning; History and Environment Series) by Robert Home in Arts-Photography

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Move over; movies: the freshest storytelling today is on television; where the multi-episodic format is used for rich character development and innovative story arcs. Directors Tell the Story offers rare insight and advice straight from two A-list television directors whose credits include Monk; Greys Anatomy; Desperate Housewives; Weeds; and more. They direct dramas and comedies using the same process that Steven Spielberg (or any other movie director uses)-just with less money and time.Learn what it takes to become a director: master the technical aspects; appreciate aesthetic qualities; and practice leadership; all while exuding that "Xrdquo; factor that distinguishes the excellent director from the merely good one. Covering everything from prep; the shoot; and post; the authors emphasize how aspiring directors can develop a creative vision-because without it; they are just technicians.Hands-on and practical; this book lets you not only read about the secrets of directors; it also includes exercises using original scripted material. The companion web site includes scenes from the authors own TV shows; along with the scripts; shot lists; and other materials that made the scenes possible.Key Features* Highly experienced Hollywood directors share inside information about what it really takes to be a director; giving the advice that readers covet.* Covers everything a director needs to know: the creative vision; how to translate script into a visual story; establishing the look and feel; selecting and leading a crew; coaching actors; keeping a complex operation on time and on budget; overseeing the edit; and troubleshooting through the whole shoot. * "Insider Infordquo; sections feature interviews; advice; and tips from film and TV luminaries whose productions include Private Practice; Monk; Brothers Sisters; Desperate Housewives; The Informant; American Beauty; and more!* Hands-on exercises help you understand and master the craft of directing.