On Films

A written document with setting, characters, and dialogue

The chapter defines a script as a document containing the setting, characters, dialogue, and stage directions for a film.

Camera movement

Aristotle's six elements are plot, character, thought, diction, spectacle, and song. Camera movement is a modern film element, not from Aristotle.

Performing a character

The chapter defines acting as performing a story by adopting a character.

To create an overall vision for the film

The chapter states that the director creates an overall vision and is responsible for the direction of the film.