Ian Nathan je autor, ktorého diela sa sústredia na hlboké ponory do sveta filmu a jeho tvorcov. Jeho štýl písania podčiarkuje vášeň pre kinematografiu, či už sa zaoberá zákulisím vzniku filmových diel, alebo rozoberá kariéry ikonických filmárov. Čitatelia oceňujú jeho schopnosť pútavo priblížiť umelecký proces a jeho hlboké porozumenie filmovému remeslu.
This illustrated work honors a legendary director, showcasing their impact on cinema through vibrant visuals and insightful commentary. Part of the popular Iconic Filmmakers series, it delves into the director's unique style, influential films, and legacy, making it a must-read for film enthusiasts and aspiring filmmakers alike.
The world didn't end all at once but drip by drip...An utterly compelling dystopia...A simply stunning debut - Kat Ellis, author of Harrow Lake Manon Pawlak has just turned eighteen, a debutant at the start of the Virtue Season: a process that will result in a match with a suitable genetic mate. Her best friend, Agatha, has been decommissioned, forbidden to partake in the season and unite with the boy who has had her heart since they were children. When Manon's mother wades out into the waters of Penn Vale with stones sewn into the lining of her coat, Manon's genetic purity is called into question and she's forced to rely on the fisherman's son, Wick, to keep her secret. But as they dance, the truth about their world starts to unravel, and Manon finds herself at the centre of it all. And the council is watching. Bridgerton meets The Hunger Games with shades of The Handmaid's Tale and 1984 As romantic as it is sinister and completely unputdownable This is L.M. Nathan's debut YA, almost 10 years in the making and inspired by the countryside of rural Lancashire Featuring the ever-popular BookTok tropes of #forbiddenromance, #friendstolovers and #forcedproximity and themes of a woman's right to choose, a woman's right to her own body, totalitarianism and how true love endures in even the darkest of places
The Complete Story from Mad Max to Furiosa The Legend of Mad Max is the ultimate guide to the high octane post-apocalyptic film series, directed by visionary filmmaker George Miller. This comprehensive history delves into the making of each film, exploring the unique vision and groundbreaking live action and special effects that have made Mad Max a cultural touchstone for over five decades. From the unforgettable characters and thrilling action sequences to the complex themes and deep mythology, this stunningly illustrated book provides an in-depth look at the world of the iconic road warrior from Mad Max to Furiosa. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride through The Wasteland as you discover the full story behind this classic film franchise. With detailed production information, behind-the-scenes stories, and stunning photography, The Legend of Mad Max is a must-read for fans of this celebrated series.
Stunningly illustrated biography of filmmaker David Lynch, published to coincide with the 45th anniversary of Eraserhead
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An engaging and in-depth examination of the work of Christopher Nolan, one of the most revered directors working in modern cinema. Best known for his cerebral, often nonlinear, storytelling, over the course of 15 years of filmmaking, Nolan has gone from low-budget independent films to working on some of the biggest blockbusters ever made.
James Cameron is the most successful filmmaker of all time by some margin. Which is something we tend to take for granted. The question at the heart of his story isn’t only how this came about, but what is it about Cameron that makes him such a universal storyteller? Cinema has had its godlike directors, lifting it up into new spaces, but he is their Zeus. The man who made the biggest film of all time, Titanic, then topped that by making the next biggest film of all time, Avatar. Encapsulating not only the magnitude of James Cameron as a filmmaker but the minutiae too – the incredible stories of an artist whose commitment to the medium knows few bounds. The tales behind the films are as epic as the films themselves. The astonishing making of The Abyss, much of it shot submerged in a decommissioned nuclear plant, could fill a book on its own. James A Retrospective is an enthralling and beautifully illustrated film-by-film biography – from The Terminator to Aliens to Avatar 2 – of the most popular director in movie history.
Kdo je vlastně James Cameron? Co ho definuje? Jaké jsou jeho filmy? Jak vznikaly? A proč je vůbec točí? Tedy kromě toho, že je v tom přes všechny překážky – nebo právě díky nim? – zatraceně dobrý.Britský filmový publicista Ian Nathan úspěšně nahlíží za kulisu „finančně nejúspěšnějšího“ režiséra, který točí velkofilmy. Na ploše jedenácti kapitol (osm z nich se věnuje jednotlivým filmům od formování námětu až po reakce při uvedení) nás autor provází různými fázemi Cameronova života. A to se zdravým odstupem i dávkou ironie a humoru.Cameronův životní příběh je totiž fascinující a zaslouží si, abychom ho četli pěkně od začátku. Od vyrůstání v industriálním Kapuskasingu a první známky vůdčích a uměleckých schopností přes formativní období v dílně na vizuální efekty, až po vize postapokalyptické budoucnosti, ze kterých se v bolestech zrodí první Terminátor...Jeho filmografie není rozsáhlá, ale filmy jako Vetřelci, Terminátor 2: Soudný den, Titanic a Avatar tnou do živé tkáně popkultury a mají své věčné místo v dějinách světové kinematografie.James Cameron: Retrospektiva vychází příhodně v rok uvedení Avatara 2.
An engaging and in-depth examination of the work of Guillermo Del Toro, one of the most revered directors working in modern cinema.