Cover; Acknowledgments; Table of Contents; Preface; 1. Defining the Genre; 2. Pragmatic Aesthetics; 3. Mise-en-Scène; 4. Framing the Image; 5. Photographing the Image; 6. Lighting the Image; 7. Editing the Image; 8. Putting Sound to the Image; 9. The Appeals of Horror; Chapter Notes; Bibliography; Index.
Summary
"The rise of independent horror filmmaking has spurred a growth of "indie" horror film festivals. This book will help horror filmmakers take fuller advantage of festival opportunities, and assist festival directors in founding and improving events. Included are listings of over 200 film festivals and awards and of previous award winners, spanning six continents and several decades"--Provided by publisher.