Unveiling the Magic of Films

This book presents a comprehensive methodology for segmenting, transcribing, and analysing feature films, especially classical Hollywood films. It offers an in-depth study of three scenes from Roman Holiday (1953), each showcasing different combinations of verbal and non-verbal performance. Through detailed study, the book demonstrates how these scenes can be broken down into Events, Facts, Tasks, and Actions, while also exploring the semiotic modes involved in acting, art direction, cinematogra