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   I work in the film industry but all of my knowledge comes from
practical experience and simply enjoying watching films. Now this List
has me curious about the analytical side of things. So where do I start?
   What's a good primer to introduce the subject to an essentially
non-academic type? Maybe then I'll have some idea what the hell you folks
are talking about.
                                TIA,
                                       Danny.