Small Gauge Storytelling Discovering the Amateur Fiction Film 1st Edition by Ryan Shand, Ian Craven ISBN 0748656340 9780748656349

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ISBN 10: 0748656340
ISBN 13: 9780748656349
Author: Ryan Shand, Ian Craven

This book focuses on amateur fiction film-making. What do you understand by the term ‘home movie’? Do you imagine images of babies-on-the lawn, sandcastles on the beach, or travels with the family? Did you know that amateur filmmakers have also explored fictional genres as diverse and fascinating as their professional counterparts, that specific amateur film studios have risen and fallen, or that household-name directors owe their origins and inspirations to the amateur film movement? Across a range of settings, Small-Gauge Storytelling offers an introduction to the amateur maker of film comedies, thrillers, adaptations and sci-fi, recording the ambitions and achievements of enthusiasts struggling to emulate the mainstream, and tell their own stories, armed only with limited resources, but endless initiative.
Key Features
the first dedicated book-length study of the amateur fiction filmdraws together established and emerging scholars from Europe, North America and Australasiaestablishes fresh approaches to the study of small-gauge filmmaking and places amateur fiction within ongoing debates and histories establishes previously unrecognised contributions to the organisational, aesthetic and intellectual history of amateur filmmakingthe first published bibliography of critical sources for the study of the amateur fiction film

Small Gauge Storytelling Discovering the Amateur Fiction Film 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1: The Rise of Amateur Cinema

• A Brief History of Amateur Film
• The Technological Evolution of Small-Gauge Formats
• The Democratization of Filmmaking: From 8mm to Super 8
• Early Pioneers in Amateur Cinema

Chapter 2: Defining Small Gauge Film

• What Constitutes “Small Gauge” Film?
• The History and Mechanics of 8mm and Super 8 Formats
• Comparison with Standard 35mm Film: Technical and Artistic Considerations
• The Appeal of Small-Gauge for Independent Filmmakers

Chapter 3: The Role of Amateur Filmmakers in Storytelling

• Personal Narratives and Home Movies: Filmmaking as Self-Expression
• Creating Fiction in a Non-Professional Context
• The Cultural Impact of DIY Filmmaking
• Overcoming Limitations: Creativity in Small Gauge Filmmaking

Chapter 4: Techniques and Aesthetics of Amateur Film

• Filmmaking on a Budget: The Practical Realities of Small-Gauge Cinema
• Cinematic Techniques: Lighting, Composition, and Editing
• The Aesthetic Qualities of Grainy, Low-Fidelity Images
• The Charm and Limitations of Small-Gauge Formats

Chapter 5: Collecting and Archiving Amateur Films

• The Importance of Film Preservation for Small-Gauge Works
• Challenges of Storing and Restoring Amateur Films
• Archival Practices and the Role of Film Archives in Preserving Amateur Cinema
• Notable Collections and Online Resources

Chapter 6: The Influence of Small-Gauge Cinema on Mainstream Film

• From Amateur to Professional: Crossing the Threshold
• The Integration of Home Movies and Amateur Filmmaking in Hollywood
• Filmmakers Who Started in Small-Gauge: Case Studies of Success
• The Hybridization of Formats in Contemporary Film

Chapter 7: Case Studies in Small-Gauge Fiction Films

• Notable Works in Small-Gauge Film History
• Analyzing Influential Amateur Fiction Films
• Themes and Motifs Common in Small-Gauge Storytelling
• Exploring the Unique Narratives Created in Non-Professional Contexts

Chapter 8: Contemporary Trends and Digital Transitions

• The Shift to Digital Filmmaking: How Small-Gauge Has Evolved
• The Revival of Small-Gauge in the Age of Digital Media
• New Platforms for Distribution: Online Streaming and Home Video
• The Future of Small-Gauge Storytelling

Chapter 9: Small-Gauge Filmmaking as a Cultural Phenomenon

• The Role of Amateur Film in Subcultures and Movements
• Small-Gauge Cinema and the Rise of Film Festivals for Independent Filmmakers
• Global Perspectives on Amateur Filmmaking
• Filmmaking as a Community Activity

Chapter 10: Teaching and Learning Small-Gauge Filmmaking

• Educational Institutions and Programs Focused on Amateur Film
• Filmmaking Workshops and DIY Culture
• Inspiring the Next Generation of Small-Gauge Filmmakers
• The Role of Technology in Learning Filmmaking

Appendices

• A: Glossary of Small-Gauge Film Terminology
• B: Resources for Small-Gauge Filmmakers: Equipment, Supplies, and Workshops
• C: List of Notable Small-Gauge Film Festivals and Archives
• D: Suggested Readings on Amateur Film and DIY Cinema

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