Understanding Movies, 14th edition

This title is part of a new Pearson program pilot offering students the option to rent a print textbook for fall 2017.  By having affordable access to the best learning materials and experiences from day-one, students come to class prepared and ready to succeed.  Additional details on the rental program will be coming soon.

For courses in Introduction to Film
An engaging, accessible introduction to film
Understanding Movies provides valuable insight into the language of film and how meaning is conveyed to audiences. Author Louis Giannetti engages students in the fascinating language systems and techniques of film and helps further their appreciation and understanding of why and how movie watchers respond as they do to different films. Building upon the visually engaging and accessible presentation of previous editions, the Fourteenth Edition adds updated photos, new content on the latest cinematic trends, and coverage of recent films to provide students a new way of looking at films that are familiar to them.
Understanding Movies, Fourteenth Edition is also available via Revel™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. Learn more.