The Movie Book
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (574 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0714838470 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 512 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-03-12 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Each entry is evocatively illustrated with a high-quality film still, photograph or cinematic sequence; each is also accompanied by an authoritative text that reveals the significance of each name within the history of film. Packed with absorbing details and rich with history, all genres of cinema are included - from Hollywood blockbusters to French New Wave; from groundbreaking science-fiction films to animation classics; and from screwball comedies to film-noir thrillers. The entire industry is represented - from actors and directors to costume designers and special-effects wizards; from major movie moguls and pioneers of the silent screen to some of today's most worshipped idols. In addition, The Movie Book uses a comprehensive cross-referencing system and glossary to guide the reader through the complexities of the motion-picture industry.. Following the same successful formula as The Art Book, The Photography Book and The Fashion Book, The Movie Book is an A-Z guide to 500 celebrated individuals who have made a landmark contribution to the medium of film
"A gorgeous monster of a coffee table book!" according to Jackson8x. Gorgeous monster of a coffee table book! Was in unopened excellent condition. I give praise to the company I purchased this from. It's truly a movie buffs encyclopedia!. Wonderful book! OhForTheMotherOfAllMothers It's true that this book has many short comings starting with the fact that it is not a movie book per say but a book about the makers of cinema with very little information about them complimented with big, carefully chosen, marvellous pictures. But that's why this book works: because it's not meant to be too intricate, just an introduction to the pioneers of cinema. What makes this book is, of course, the pictures that accompany the little texts at the top. They have a sense of nostalgia about them that just make the book work. My favourite is that of Laure. "Silly and Superfluous" according to Kristy M. Ross. A note to prospective buyers: THE MOVIE BOOK will give you a hernia if you're not careful. But its rather bookshelf-busting size is a complement, with in-depth insights into the actors, directors, special effects guys, cinematographers and musicians who make movie magic. The only problem with this book is that several of the bios are out of date. Of course, you have to accept that with any movie chronicle book, but its glaringly obvious with certain actors. The Christopher Lee bio for example, states that the famed actor has never been able to escape the conf
'This encyclopedia-ish tome should provide years of service as both a reference guide and source of reminiscence for movies and the players who made them.' (Washington Post) 'The Movie Book is the publishing equivalent of a Hollywood blockbuster.' (Evening Standard) 'A deeply pleasurable thing to have around a lovely luxury item for all film fans.' (Heat) 'A weighty tome in all the right ways startling imagery, brilliant art direction.' (Arena) 'Each image is superbly reproduced and neatly captures the essence of its subject a volume whose visual pleasures are almost unlimited.' (Empire Magazine) 'From nouvelle vague to animation, representatives come from every area - from movie moguls to screen idols and designers to directors and each entry is accompanied by a striking film still. A feast for fans.' (The Good Book Guide)