Shoot Like Scorsese: The Visual Secrets of Shock, Elegance, and Extreme Character

by Christopher Kenworthy

Martin Scorsese directs films that range from the subtlest studies of relationships to violent gangster movies, with characters who are driven to the extremes of their personality. This book looks at Scorsese’s key techniques, showing how he uses space, framing, and a strong sense of direction, to en-sure that your films are brimming with tension, shock, and emotion.

Genres: Film, Art

144 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2016

Reviews

[Fatima A. Alsaif]

In this book, the author takes a refreshing new approach to guiding beginners in filmmaking. Rather than discussing the technical aspects of using a camera and lighting, he delves into the analytical aspects of filmmaking. Through the use of movie scenes as examples, he demonstrates filmmaking techniques that help directors capture actors' performances and effectively convey emotions to their audiences.

Personally, I find the analytical approach more engaging as it provides specific examples of the creative use of filmmaking equipment and techniques. However, the book would be more effective as a series of lectures or YouTube videos that include the actual movie scenes being analysed. The use of black and white still images in a book, while necessary due to potential copyright issues in YouTube videos, is not optimal when it comes to demonstrating filmmaking techniques. In addition, I recommend watching the movies or scenes discussed in the book before reading the corresponding chapters to gain a deeper understanding of the material.

[Vivek Tyagi]

Such a brilliant book by Christopher Kenworthy. As an aspiring filmmaker, I'm hugely influenced by Martin Scorsese. I've watched all of his work so far, and I'm eagerly anticipating Killers of the Flower Moon.

This book examines the shooting style used by Scorsese in his films in a detailed manner. It will open your eyes to things you might have missed otherwise. It should be added to the library of every film school.

[Amin369]

حالا که سومین کتابشم تموم کردم و فکر میکنم، میبینم چیزی بهم اضافه نکرد فرقی با نخوندنش ندارم. اما باز کتاب یه حالت استانداردی داشت که نمیشه خیلی بهشون ایراد گرفت و نمره کم داد. یه تناقضی اصلا. فیلم های گاو خشمگین گرگ وال استریت هوانورد راننده تاکسی رفتگان و هوگو رو تو این کتاب اورده.
مراقب هم باشیم هوای همو داشته باشیم.

[Jennifer ⋆˙⟡♡]

This book was absolutely fascinating. The analysis and use of photography was so great and really showed how the camera work is essential. I learned so much about filming techniques, if your a Scorsese fan or you like cinema in general I would a 100% recommande this !

[Ravikumar S S]

Wonderful book. Highly recommended for film makers. Kenworthy did a fantastic job.

[Malcolm Frawley]

Interesting.

[Morteza]

Nice book.