The taste of cherries

Lessons with Kiarostami

【Editor's Recommendation】
★ A seven-day film course with the poetic film master Abbas, a precious summary of his lifelong directing journey ★ A free-flowing discussion on film and life, showcasing the unvarnished Abbas ★ A cinematic meditation with both practical and aesthetic value [Introduction]
Abbas is a pioneer of Iranian New Wave cinema and a master of poetic cinema. He has left behind numerous classics and has won numerous international film awards. His films gaze upon the ordinary world through the lens, and his pure and simple stories offer the most simple emotions. His cinematic style is simple yet poetic, overflowing with humanistic sentiment and philosophical reflection.
This book records in detail Abbas's teaching in a seven-day film workshop, and presents Abbas's artistic views and outlook on life in a detailed and profound manner, including film shooting techniques, his understanding of art such as poetry and photography, and his philosophical thoughts on life. It is a precious summary of his lifelong directorial journey and life path.
【Celebrity Recommendation】
Cinema began with Griffith and ended with Abbas. —Jean-Luc Godard Abbas is a rare artist with a unique understanding of the world. —Martin Scorsese Abbas is not only a film master, but also a pioneer. His spiritual power is contained in all his films. —Jia Zhangke

2022-05-01

中信出版集团

Yazhong Culture

256

9787521740837