The Movie Book by Dk
Explore the rich history of cinema like never before, from the golden age of black-and-white films to international art-house and 21st-century sci-fi. The Movie Book uncovers the key themes and big ideas behind more than 80 of the world's most celebrated cinematic gems. Beginning with the iconic La Voyage Dans La Lune (1902) and ending with Richard Linklater's ground-breaking Boyhood (2014), this indispensable cinematic guide chronicles more than 100 of the best films ever made - from comedies and dramas to animations and documentaries. Discover everything about your favourite movies and celebrated classics with the help of film stills, posters, biographies, movie memorabilia, iconic quotes, and narrative timelines. Essential for anyone with a passion for cinema, The Movie Book is ready for its close-up.
Danny Leigh is a writer and broadcaster who co-hosts BBC One's Film programme with Claudia Winkleman. He writes for a range of newspapers, magazines and websites, including The Guardian and The Financial Times. The author of two novels - The Greatest Gift and The Monsters of Gramercy Park - he is currently working on a third.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780241188026 |
| ISBN 10 | 0241188024 |
| Title | The Movie Book |
| Author | Dk |
| Series | Big Ideas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Year published | 2015-11-02 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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