An entirely fresh perspective on the history of cinema, using timelines to trace its development from the earliest moving images to now. This visual timeline for film enthusiasts makes the history of cinema - from the earliest moving images to the latest blockbusters - newly accessible by organizing it chronologically.* A large format makes it easy to trace the complex links between technological innovations, social changes and artistic interventions.* An easy-to-read timeline identifies key films, together with commentaries and contextual information about the social, political and cultural events of the period in which they were produced.* In-depth essays explore a variety of film genres and styles, break down the technical advancements of the last 150 years, and highlight pivotal figures who have shaped the development of filmmaking.With A Chronology of Film , cinema is an open book.