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Aug 31, 2005 · Meticulously illustrated and drawing on examples from such classic films as North by Northwest, Citizen Kane, and Touch of Evil, Mackendrick's elegant lessons are sure to provide inspiration for a new generation of filmmakers.
He began making television commercials before moving into post-production editing and directing films, most notably for Ealing Studios where his films include Whisky Galore! (1949), The Man in the White Suit (1951), The Maggie (1954), and The Ladykillers (1955).
Nov 9, 2021 · On film-making : an introduction to the craft of the director. by. Mackendrick, Alexander, 1912-1993. Publication date. 2004. Topics. Motion pictures -- Production and direction. Publisher.
Jul 18, 2022 · An analysis of the director's art and craft, from one of the most revered of all film school directors. Mackendrick directed classic Ealing comedies plus a Hollywood masterpiece, Sweet Smell of Success.
filmmaking as an industrialized process, and resolute in his beliefs because of his acute understanding of the grim realities of life in the film industry, Mackendrick sought to equip students with the most functional and adaptable collection of tools as possible before sending them out into the world of work. He taught that the basics of film ...
Jun 1, 2006 · Alexander Mackendrick. Paul Cronin. On Film Making Paperback – June 1, 2006. by Alexander Mackendrick (Author) 4.6 352 ratings. See all formats and editions. An invaluable analysis of the director's art and craft, from one of the most revered of all film school directors.
Meticulously illustrated and drawing on examples from such classic films as North by Northwest, Citizen Kane, and Touch of Evil, Mackendrick's elegant lessons are sure to provide inspiration for a new generation of filmmakers.
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