The 5 C's of Cinematography at DVinfo.net

Bruce Moore · May 24th, 2002, 11:31 PM

The above named book is a college course all in itself. It's a thorough coverage of motion picture filming techniques. The author is Joseph V. Mascelli. It has been in constant reprint since 1965. If you check with Amazon.com and look for a used copy, you'll pay a reasonable price.

Regardless of what kind of camera you use, this book covers everything (in detail). It takes forever to read, but if your desire is to shoot like the big boys, this book is a must read,

Bruce

Ken Tanaka · May 25th, 2002, 12:16 AM

Here's the Amazon link:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/187950541X/

Bruce Moore · May 25th, 2002, 10:45 AM

Cover to cover is only 249 pages, loaded with illustrations & photos. It makes one think, imagine, and practice. I found that each time I read a page (yes, over and over), it became clearer and clearer. It't the kind of book I can go back to time after time.

Bruce

Ken Tanaka · June 19th, 2002, 09:45 AM

Bruce,
I just received "The Five C's..." yesterday and agree that it's a course in itself. Excellent book.

(I also find the book's many b&w stills from 1960's films and tv shows a hoot since I enjoy that era.)

Thanks for the recommendation.

B. Moore · June 19th, 2002, 10:24 AM

O Tanaka Sama,
When I went to video school, I asked the professor why he didn'y use it in his course. His reply surprised me when he said it was far to detailed for the average student to take as a course. He said that to absorb it would take far more time than the student was willing to spend.

As I have read it, over and over, it seems to become clearer and clearer, perhaps due to my own ability to fully comprehend, I find it s content so overwhelming at first glance, I read each section several times to fully comprehend it.

I hope you enjoy it .

John Garcia · November 16th, 2004, 01:19 PM

i have this book as well...it's great!

Ignacio Rodriguez · November 17th, 2004, 09:56 AM

Sorry for the "me to" but I also love that book.

Tony Hall · November 17th, 2004, 02:34 PM

<<<-- Originally posted by Bruce Moore : The above named book is a college course all in itself. It's a thorough coverage of motion picture filming techniques. The author is Joseph V. Mascelli. It has been in constant reprint since 1965. If you check with Amazon.com and look for a used copy, you'll pay a reasonable price.

Regardless of what kind of camera you use, this book covers everything (in detail). It takes forever to read, but if your desire is to shoot like the big boys, this book is a must read,

Bruce -->>>

I've read that book and I really liked it, but it really only covers the basics of old Hollywood style filmmaking. I'd recommend it, but I'd probably suggest that someone read a more up to date book if they're only going to read one book.

May 24th, 2002, 11:31 PM	#1
Bruce Moore Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 57	The 5 C's of Cinematography The above named book is a college course all in itself. It's a thorough coverage of motion picture filming techniques. The author is Joseph V. Mascelli. It has been in constant reprint since 1965. If you check with Amazon.com and look for a used copy, you'll pay a reasonable price. Regardless of what kind of camera you use, this book covers everything (in detail). It takes forever to read, but if your desire is to shoot like the big boys, this book is a must read, Bruce __________________ There are only three things that will kill you: Bad Luck, Stupidity, and Time.

May 25th, 2002, 12:16 AM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Looks Heavy But Very Good, Bruce Here's the Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/187950541X/ __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

May 25th, 2002, 10:45 AM	#3
Bruce Moore Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 57	Cover to cover is only 249 pages, loaded with illustrations & photos. It makes one think, imagine, and practice. I found that each time I read a page (yes, over and over), it became clearer and clearer. It't the kind of book I can go back to time after time. Bruce __________________ There are only three things that will kill you: Bad Luck, Stupidity, and Time.

June 19th, 2002, 09:45 AM	#4
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Bruce, I just received "The Five C's..." yesterday and agree that it's a course in itself. Excellent book. (I also find the book's many b&w stills from 1960's films and tv shows a hoot since I enjoy that era.) Thanks for the recommendation. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

November 16th, 2004, 01:19 PM	#6
John Garcia Regular Crew Join Date: May 2003 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 199	i have this book as well...it's great! __________________ John Garcia

June 19th, 2002, 10:24 AM	#5
B. Moore Major Player Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 181	O Tanaka Sama, When I went to video school, I asked the professor why he didn'y use it in his course. His reply surprised me when he said it was far to detailed for the average student to take as a course. He said that to absorb it would take far more time than the student was willing to spend. As I have read it, over and over, it seems to become clearer and clearer, perhaps due to my own ability to fully comprehend, I find it s content so overwhelming at first glance, I read each section several times to fully comprehend it. I hope you enjoy it .

November 17th, 2004, 09:56 AM	#7
Ignacio Rodriguez Contributor Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Santiago, Chile Posts: 932	Sorry for the "me to" but I also love that book. __________________ Ignacio Rodríguez in the third world. @micronauta on Twitter. Main hardware: brain, eyes, hands.

November 17th, 2004, 02:34 PM	#8
Tony Hall Major Player Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: springfield, OH Posts: 344	Re: The 5 C's of Cinematography <<<-- Originally posted by Bruce Moore : The above named book is a college course all in itself. It's a thorough coverage of motion picture filming techniques. The author is Joseph V. Mascelli. It has been in constant reprint since 1965. If you check with Amazon.com and look for a used copy, you'll pay a reasonable price. Regardless of what kind of camera you use, this book covers everything (in detail). It takes forever to read, but if your desire is to shoot like the big boys, this book is a must read, Bruce -->>> I've read that book and I really liked it, but it really only covers the basics of old Hollywood style filmmaking. I'd recommend it, but I'd probably suggest that someone read a more up to date book if they're only going to read one book. __________________ Tony "Good taste is the enemy of creativity" - Picasso Blog: http://www.tonyhall.name