Briefly discuss the difference of philosophies regarding the function of cinematography during the big-studio era of the 1930s and 40s, and contemporary filmmaking

What will be an ideal response?

During the big-studio era, most cinematographers believed that the aesthetic
elements of a film should be maximized. Beautiful pictures with beautiful people was
the goal. Today such views are considered rigid and doctrinaire. Sometimes images
are even coarsened if such a technique is considered appropriate to the dramatic
materials

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Tom, having just returned from Japan, is asked at the beginning of the local Rotary Club meeting to give a short presentation on his trip. His method of presentation will most likely be

a. manuscript. b. memorized. c. impromptu. d. extemporaneous.

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New technologies have blurred the separation of work time from personal time

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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