Play Time

Author: Malcolm Turvey
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231550111
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 488

Book Description
Jacques Tati is widely regarded as one of the greatest postwar European filmmakers. He made innovative and challenging comedies while achieving international box office success and attaining a devoted following. In Play Time, Malcolm Turvey examines Tati’s unique comedic style and evaluates its significance for the history of film and modernism. Turvey argues that Tati captured elite and general audiences alike by combining a modernist aesthetic with slapstick routines, gag structures, and other established traditions of mainstream film comedy. Considering films such as Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday (1953), Mon Oncle (1958), Play Time (1967), and Trafic (1971), Turvey shows how Tati drew on the rich legacy of comic silent film while modernizing its conventions in order to encourage his viewers to adopt a playful attitude toward the modern world. Turvey also analyzes Tati’s sardonic view of the bourgeoisie and his complex and multifaceted satire of modern life. Tati's singular and enduring achievement, Turvey concludes, was to translate the democratic ideals of the postwar avant-garde into mainstream film comedy, crafting a genuinely popular modernism. Richly illustrated with images from the director’s films, Play Time offers an illuminating and original understanding of Tati’s work.

Playtime?

Author: Jeff Mack
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698406761
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
This funny picture book ode to the struggles of bedtime is perfect for fans of Mo Willems's Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late! Bedtime can be a challenge for the best of us. But when you're a fun-loving, overactive pet gorilla, bedtime is downright hard. Who would want to go to sleep when Playtime is so much more fun? But the gorilla's responsible friend thinks enough is enough; no more fun and games. It's not Playtime--It's Bedtime! So the boy turns off the lights and the gorilla goes . . . Well, definitely NOT to sleep! Using only two words--Playtime and Bedtime--and an abundance of clever, giggle-inducing artwork, Playtime! is simple yet richly creative and bursting with childlike humor. Your own little gorilla will find it irresistible. Praise for Playtime? * "Young readers will enjoy watching a child take on the role of a parent, and sharing this book will be a delight for all. Multiple readings are sure to be demanded before bedtime finally comes."--Booklist, starred review "The gorilla’s naughty, sneaky smile is a thing of beauty. Just try saving this book for evening! Both younger and older readers will be looking and laughing throughout the day."--School Library Journal "A pleasant and action-filled going-to-sleep book, this selection may prove the perfect antidote for a sleepless night. A simple, fun-filled goodnight book."--Kirkus Reviews

Play Time for Puppy

Author: Michael Dahl
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404864970
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 11

Book Description
Puppy has to eat, take a nap, and pick up his toys before play time. On board pages.

Play Time

Author: Murray Schisgal
Publisher: Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
ISBN: 9780822215868
Category : American drama
Languages : en
Pages : 76

Book Description
THE STORY: In a neo-naturalistic, comedic style, integrating original songs, verbal banter, dances and vaudeville turns, PLAY TIME explores the lives of five contemporary characters in an age of waning convictions. The story told is that of a stock

Play Time

Author:
Publisher: Sign about
ISBN: 9781846430312
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Teaches young children forty everyday signs taken from American Sign Language.

Play Time!

Author: Simon Tofield
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1782110259
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 82

Book Description
A third pocket-sized collection of play-themed Simon's Cat cartoons selected from the first three Simon's Cat books. In full colour (on compatible devices) and featuring a selection of brand new cartoons, Simon's Cat is back, smaller, cheaper and cuter, but still up to his usual tricks.

Sophie la Girafe: Playtime with Sophie

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465436162
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15

Book Description
Playtime with Sophie is a delightful book about best-selling teether, Sophie the Giraffe. Inside is a charming little story about playtime at Sophie's house, featuring Sophie and her five special friends. Sophie plays with each friend in turn, bouncing a ball, riding in a train, sailing a boat, stacking bricks, and tapping a xylophone. Finally, Sophie blows bubbles, and everyone plays together. This DK Sophie la Girafe book is perfect for reading to a baby or a toddler.

Playtime: A: Teacher's Book

Author: Claire Selby
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 9780194046602
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Comprehensive 176pp guide to using all the resources for Playtime at this level. Clear teaching notes and lesson plans for each unit Clear teaching notes and lesson plans for each optional Workbook unit Extension activities and fast finisher activities Reinforcement lessons Games bank - ideas for general games and using posters, flashcards and monkey puppet Word list Will also be available in Spanish and Czech languages

Play Time

Author: Julia Donaldson
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 9780330445955
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
A collection of eleven short plays from traditional to modern, and fantasy to fun. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

Playtime?

Author: Jeff Mack
Publisher: Philomel Books
ISBN: 1984836684
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
Using illustrations and only two words, shows the trouble a young boy has trying to get his very playful pet gorilla to go to bed.