This book brings together the author's half-century observations and thoughts on Japanese films. It depicts the map and style of Japanese films from three aspects: the history, characters and works of Japanese films. It outlines the mysteries in the vast sea of shadows, eliminates the unnecessary and retains the essentials, and makes a vertical and horizontal overview. The first volume analyzes the changes in the top ten films in Japanese film history; the second volume reviews ten master directors; the third volume specializes in studying 30 films adapted from literary works.
Reader comments
I especially like the first volume, which analyzes important films and directors in the history of Japanese cinema, giving me a deeper understanding of the development of Japanese cinema. Moreover, the book also mentions many of my favorite movies and actors, which feels very familiar. All in all, this is a very valuable film reference book that is worth reading.
I especially like the first volume, which analyzes important films and directors in the history of Japanese cinema, giving me a deeper understanding of the development of Japanese cinema. Moreover, the book also mentions many of my favorite movies and actors, which feels very familiar. All in all, this is a very valuable film reference book that is worth reading.