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Neal Gabler · 865 pages
The definitive portrait of one of the most important cultural figures in American history. Walt Disney was a true visionary whose desire for escape, iron determination and obsessive perfectionism transformed animation from a novelty to an art form, first with Mickey Mouse and then with his feature films--most notably Snow White, Fantasia, and Bambi. In his superb biography, Neal Gabler shows us h
Twilight Director's Notebook : The Story of How We Made the Movie Based on the Novel by Stephenie Meyer
Catherine Hardwicke · 163 pages
In this intimate book, readers will follow visionary director Catherine Hardwicke through the creative process that went into transforming Stephenie Meyer's breathtaking novel into box office gold. Discover the inside secrets on wardrobe, storyboard sketches, behind-the-scenes photographs, personal notes about Catherine's favorite scenes, and much more.
Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and the Dawn of the Modern Woman
Sam Wasson · 260 pages
A closeup examination of Blake Edwards' classic film, Breakfast at Tiffany's, winner of two Oscars.
Harry Potter: Film Wizardry
Brian Sibley · 159 pages
Immerse yourself in the world of the spectacular Harry Potter film series, and learn why Yule Ball ice sculptures never melt, where Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts are really "minted," how to get a Hippogriff to work with actors, the inspiration behind Hogwarts castle, and why Dementors move the way they do. Written and designed in collaboration with the cast and crew that brought J.K. Rowling's cele
Life Moves Pretty Fast: The Lessons We Learned From Eighties Movies
Hadley Freeman · 345 pages
Dirty Dancing nos enseñó que, sí, las mujeres abortan. La princesa prometida nos enseñó que el amor verdadero no es un cuento de hadas. Cazafantasmas nos enseñó que la amistad masculina no tiene por qué ser inmadura. Todo en un día nos enseñó que siempre habrá clases sociales. No sabíamos que las películas que nos cambiaron la vida también nos estaban preparando para las luchas de hoy. Un ensayo r
John Carter and the Gods of Hollywood
Michael D. Sellers · 370 pages
As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride
Cary Elwes, Joe Layden · 272 pages
From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in *The Princess Bride*, comes a first-person account and behind-the-scenes look at the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Gol
You Couldn't Ignore Me If You Tried: The Brat Pack, John Hughes, and Their Impact on a Generation
Susannah Gora · 375 pages
You Must Remember This: Life and Style in Hollywood's Golden Age
Robert J. Wagner, Scott Eyman · 262 pages
The legendary actor and best-selling author of Pieces of My Heart offers a nostalgic look at Hollywood's golden age, touring favorite hotspots and exploring period business practices before the advent of paparazzi culture and high-powered agents.
The Star Wars Vault: Thirty Years of Treasures from the Lucasfilm Archives, With Removable Memorabilia and Two Audio CDs
Stephen J. Sansweet, Peter Vilmur · 128 pages
""Don't be alarmed. It's only a laser sword fight. Don't be scared. It's only the Death Star destroying another world. Relax, it's only a movie, and it's all for fun." So began the ad campaign for a 1977 "space fantasy" that theaters resisted booking for fear that no one would come see it. Thirty years, six films, and untold millions of fans later, The Star Wars Vault draws from the vast archives
New Moon: The Complete Illustrated Movie Companion
Mark Cotta Vaz · 144 pages
Explore the making of the film New Moon in this ultimate visual companion, lavishly illustrated with full-color photos of the cast, locations, and sets. This beautiful paperback edition celebrates the onscreen creation of Stephenie Meyer's fascinating world, brought to life by Academy Award(R)-nominated director Chris Weitz. With never-before-seen images, exclusive interviews and personal stories
The Monster Show: A Cultural History of Horror
David J. Skal · 432 pages
"I'll show you what horror means," snarled Fredric March in the 1931 film version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Six decades later, the acclaimed author of Hollywood Gothic makes good on Mr. Hyde's promise with the most ambitious and entertaining history of the genre ever published. America is in love with horror, with demon children, gender-bending vampires, and the battlefield aesthetic of post-Vi
The Twilight Zone Companion
Marc Scott Zicree · 465 pages
The Twilight Zone Companion is the complete show-by-show guide to one of television's greatest series. Zicree's well-written account is fascinating reading for even the casual fan. Coverage of each episode includes plot synopsis, Serling's opening narration, behind-the-scenes stories from the original artists who created the series, and a complete list of cast and credits. Illustrated with over 20
The Haunted Mansion: From the Magic Kingdom to the Movies
Jason Surrell · 128 pages
Difficult Men: Behind the Scenes of a Creative Revolution: From The Sopranos and The Wire to Mad Men and Breaking Bad
Brett Martin · 311 pages
"A riveting and revealing look at the shows that helped cable television drama emerge as the signature art form of the twenty-first century In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the landscape of television began an unprecedented transformation. While the networks continued to chase the lowest common denominator, a wave of new shows, first on premium cable channels like HBO and then basic cable networ
Harry Potter Page to Screen: The Complete Filmmaking Journey
Bob McCabe · 534 pages
Harry Potter: Page to Screen opens the doors to Hogwarts castle and the wizarding world of Harry Potter to reveal the complete behind-the-scenes secrets, techniques, and over-the-top artistry that brought J.K. Rowling's acclaimed novels to cinematic life. Developed in collaboration with the creative team behind the celebrated movie series, this deluxe, 500-plus page compendium features exclusive s
Bond On Bond: Reflections on 50 years of James Bond Movies
Roger Moore · 224 pages
If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor
Bruce Campbell · 324 pages
We Don't Need Roads: The Making of the Back to the Future Trilogy
Caseen Gaines · 268 pages
"A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the wildly successful and beloved Back to the Future trilogy, just in time for the 30th anniversary Long before Marty McFly and Doc Brown traveled through time in a flying DeLorean, director Robert Zemeckis, and his friend and writing partner Bob Gale, worked tirelessly to break into the industry with a hit. During their journey to realize their dream, th
The Making of Return of the Jedi
J.W. Rinzler · 361 pages
Presents an illustrated overview of the making of the popular conclusion to the original Star Wars trilogy, offering stories from the set, photographs, production illustrations, script excerpts, interviews, and commentary on the film.