The Movie Book - Big Ideas Simply Explained

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Publisher's Synopsis

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.

Book information

ISBN: 9780241188026
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub date:
DEWEY: 791.4309
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 352
Weight: 1280g
Height: 204mm
Width: 243mm
Spine width: 28mm