Good, all round compact introduction, ideal for beginners. A key text. Chris Twigg, Lincoln University, UK Accessible and student friendly. Provides a complete overview of the film industry at a level appropriate to an entry level degree student. Nigel Ball, University Campus Suffolk, UK   An excellent introduction into film-making, with practical advice and a good amount of technical information.  Michael Smith, Leeds College of Art and Design, UK Will use as key text, [itrs"s a] good overview of the entire discipline of film-making and the processes involved. Good and broad range of visual references for students to look at. Hilary Kenna, Dun Laoghaire Institute, Ireland Very useful for students pursuing career in film and documentary film-making.

Good grounding in how films are funded. Christian Lloyd, Leeds College of Art and Design, UK Easy to understand, interesting, current and presented in a contemporary and relevant form. Students will enjoy reading the book. Storyboard examples are particularly useful and crew roles clearly explained. Helen Carter, Flinders University, Australia  An excellent text covering the relevant material at an appropriate level. Gets right down to the point but not as dry and dull as a technical manual. Daniel Goscha, Nicolet College, Rhinelander, USA.