The Encyclopedia of British Film
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The Encyclopedia of British Film by Brian Mcfarlane
Produced with assistance from the British Film Institute, this is a comprehensive history of the British film industry from its inception to the present day, with minute listings of the producers, directors, actors and studios behind a century of great British cinema. It is illustrated with over 140 black and white photos from the Institute's incomparable film archive, many of which are published here for the first time.
A comprehensive history of the British film industry from its inception to the present day, with minute listings of the producers, directors, actors and studios behind a century of great British cinemaBrian McFarlane's meticulously researched guide is the most authoritative book yet produced on the people involved in British film. With so many pointless film books on the shelves, it's refreshing to be reminded of the real thing; published in association with the British Film Institute, it is lavishly illustrated with over 140 black and white photos from their incomparable film archive, many of which are published here for the first time. The end result is an invaluable addition to the reference shelf of anyone with an interest in British cinema. McFarlane reminds us what a proud filmic heritage we have on these shores.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780413773012 |
| ISBN 10 | 0413773019 |
| Title | The Encyclopedia of British Film |
| Author | Brian Mcfarlane |
| Series | Methuen Film Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Methuen Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2003-09-18 |
| Number of pages | 776 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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