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.
Ian Nathan Ordine dei libri (cronologico)
Ian Nathan è un autore il cui lavoro si addentra profondamente nel mondo del cinema e dei suoi creatori. Il suo stile di scrittura sottolinea una passione per il cinema, sia esplorando la creazione di opere cinematografiche dietro le quinte, sia analizzando le carriere di registi iconici. I lettori apprezzano la sua capacità di trasmettere il processo artistico in modo coinvolgente e la sua profonda comprensione dell'arte cinematografica.







David Lynch
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
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. Retrospektiva
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
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.
Wes Anderson
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
Wes Anderson celebrates the work of one of the most revered cult filmmaker working in contemporary cinema.
Ridley Scott. A Retrospective
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
Illustrated with images as iconic as they are stunning and including the author's first-hand experiences on set and interviews with the great director, this magnificent book charts the extraordinary journey of Britain's greatest living director. 0Telling the stories behind Alien and Blade Runner, Gladiator and Black Hawk Down, and many more, it also goes in search of the themes and motifs that unite such different films, and the methods and madness of Scott's approach to his medium. This is the story of a director who has never been less than stubbornly, brilliantly, unforgettably his own man
Quentin Tarantino
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
Get an intimate look at the cult filmmaker of our generation. Packaged in a handsome slipcase and loaded with stunning pictures from the Kobal archives, this biography explores the genesis of Tarantino's unique directorial style and provides insight into his inspirations and his frequent collaborations with favored actors. An 8-page foldout timeline presents Tarantino’s entire filmography in the heart of the book. Through in-depth and informative text written by renowned film journalist Ian Nathan, this book examines the entirety of Tarantino's work, including his early writing on screenplays such as True Romance and Natural Born Killers, his break-out directorial debut Reservoir Dogs and the career-defining Pulp Fiction, as well as his later iconic films, such as Kill Bill Volumes 1 and 2, Inglourious Basterds, and Django Unchained. You'll also go behind the scenes of Tarantino's latest epic, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. As you make your way through Tarantino's incredible career, discover what inspired him, his working methods, and the breadth of his talent. With a visually arresting design that mimics Tarantino's approach to film-making and chapters organized by film, the pages are brimming with images taken on set and behind the scenes. This is the ultimate celebration for any Tarantino fan.
Stephen King ve filmu. Kompletní historie filmových a televizních adaptací mistra hororu
- 224pagine
- 8 ore di lettura
Stephen King je nepochybně největším americkým vypravěčem – díla žádného jiného spisovatele nejsou adaptována tak často a pravidelně jako ta jeho. Kingovy romány, novely a povídky se staly předlohami celkem pětašedesáti celovečerních filmů a třiceti televizních filmů a seriálů, které leží v samém srdci hollywoodské zábavy. Tato díla představují podstatu hororového žánru a zároveň předkládají divákům panorama amerického života. Publikace, doprovázená celou řadou známých i méně známých fotografií, představuje nejkomplexnějšího průvodce filmy a televizními seriály, jež vznikly na základě Kingových literárních děl. Pojednává o všech verzích Kukuřičných dětí, pokrývá a zpracovává každý nový remake od Carrie až po To a vynáší na světlo všechna temná zákoutí Kingovy představivosti. Kniha obsahuje rovněž neotřelé recenze, rozhovory, informace z natáčení a životopisné detaily, díky čemuž je splněným snem pro každého znalce díla mistra hororu i všech filmových fanoušků.
Anything you can imagine : Peter Jackson and the making of Middle-earth
- 592pagine
- 21 ore di lettura
The definitive history of Peter Jackson's Middle-earth saga, Anything You Can Imagine takes us on a cinematic journey across all six films, featuring brand-new interviews with Peter, his cast & crew. From the early days of daring to dream it could be done, through the highs and lows of making the films, to fan adoration and, finally, Oscar glory.
Lights, Camera, Magic! The Making of Fantastic Beasts
The Crimes of Grindelwald
- 160pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald reunites fans with Magizoologist Newt Scamander and his friends, Tina, Queenie, and Jacob as they travel from 1920s New York via London to Paris and encounter a Wizarding World threatened by the rise of Gellert Grindelwald. Explore the filmmaking magic behind the story in Lights, Camera, Magic!, and visit a wizard's hatful of brand new locations never before seen on screen. The compelling narrative tells the full story behind the film, from script to screen, with profiles of the key characters and revealing insights from Eddie Redmayne, Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and many others. Also included are sections on Costume, Set Design, Make-up, Special Effects, and Props, all of which are illuminated by interviews with Academy Award®-winners David Heyman, David Yates, Stuart Craig, Colleen Atwood, and a magical army of other crew. Packed with exciting photos that reveal the filmmaking process in discerning detail, and officially licensed by Warner Bros. Consumer Products, this is the definitive adult companion book to the film, and perfect introduction to Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
The Coen Brothers
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
Through in-depth and informative text written by film journalist Ian Nathan, The Coen Brothers Archive re-examines the brothers' most famous work including Raising Arizona, Fargo, The Big Lebowski, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, No Country for Old Men and True Grit. Plus, some of their cult films, like The Evil Dead, Paris je t'aime, and A Serious Man. Packed with stunning images from the Kobal archives, this book will also highlight their surprising involvement in recent films like Bridge of Spies and Unbroken, as well as looking at those who they frequently collaborate with.
Tim Burton
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
A celebration of the life and films of one of the most popular and remarkable filmmakers of the last 30 years. A truly international filmmaker, Tim Burton has carved a reputation as one of the world's greatest creative directors, famed for the visually arresting style of his films that combine with highly original storylines. This stunning treasury explores the influences on his development as a filmmaker and assesses how he has captured the fruits of his imagination on screen. Illustrated with many behind-the-scenes photographs and stunning film stills, chapters analyze the success and style of films such as Beetlejuice, Ed Wood and Mars Attacks!, and examine how Burton breathed new life into well-known stories that include Batman, Planet of the Apes and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. as well as his latest films Alice Through the Looking Glass, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and Beetlejuice 2. Get to the know the man behind classic films such as Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Corpse Bride and Alice in Wonderland and learn more about the iconic filmmaker and his work. â??A must for any film buffs!
Return to the wizarding world and discover how director David Yates and producer David Heyman brought J.K. Rowling's all-new adventure, the Academy Award�-nominated Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them to the big screen. Discover how director David Yates, producer David Heyman and a talented team of No-Majs brought J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them to the screen. Meet Newt Scamander, Magizoologist, and explore such wonders as MACUSA, United States counterpart to the Ministry of Magic, the magical secrets of Newt's case, and the fantastic beasts themselves. Let Inside the Magic: The Making of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them take you on a filmmaking journey into 1920s New York. Learn about the film's costumes, wands, and special effects, and find out which character's wand is made of shell, which famous wizard is Newt's friend, which witch is a Legilimens, and which beast ends up at the zoo! Packed with exciting photos and revealing, behind-the-scenes detail from J.K. Rowling, David Yates, production designer Stuart Craig, Eddie Redmayne and other cast members, this is the definitive companion to the film, and perfect introduction to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
Assassin's Creed: Into the Animus
- 160pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
Become a part of history with this exploration of the art and creation of the Assassin's Creed film. Based on the highly popular game series, the fight between the Assassins and Templars comes to the big screen in Assassin's Creed, directed by Justin Kurzel. This visually stunning book chronicles the creation of this historical epic in vivid detail, including interviews with stars Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard
Terminator Vault
The Complete Story Behind the Making of the Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgment Day
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
The Terminator returns in this captivating behind-the-scenes exploration of the iconic films. James Cameron's 1984 release revolutionized cinema, blending time travel, thrilling action, and artificial intelligence while raising profound questions about humanity. It catapulted Arnold Schwarzenegger to global fame. The 1991 sequel, renowned for its groundbreaking special effects, remains a landmark in science fiction, showcasing the epic struggle between Sarah and John Connor and the formidable T-1000. For the first time, this book unveils the complete narrative of the Terminator universe. Written by film expert Ian Nathan, with a foreword by Schwarzenegger, it delves into the making of both films, from the inception of Skynet to the innovative special effects that pushed boundaries. Featuring reproductions of original scripts and concept art, it offers fresh insights into the backstory, complemented by over 170 color images capturing the development and production process. This essential volume is a celebration for fans, coinciding with the thirtieth anniversary of the original film.
Ethan and Joel Coen. Masters of Cinema
- 104pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
Ethan and Joel Coen, known as the Coen brothers, are innovative American directors recognized for their unique style blending film noir and dark comedy. Their films explore themes of American ethnicity, religion, and family. They have received multiple awards, including a Palme d’Or and four Oscars for their work.






