by Chris Fujiwara (Editor)
This book is part expert selection of seminal moments, part glorious celebration of 100 years of cinema. The 1000 seminal moments will be divided into categories. The seminal films, the major players - actors, actresses, directors, producers - focusing on a moment that encompasses their contribution, great scenes, great lines and major events, from meetings and debuts to casting quirks and deaths. Whether dazzlingly inventive, technically breathtaking, shockingly simple or simply shocking, these moments took movies to their greatest heights. Some are legendary - the spectacular action sequence, awesome special effects, extraordinary performances, genius direction or unforgettable dialogue. Others are more subtle - groundbreaking films that inspired decades of imitators, the first screen appearance of a future star, the untimely death of a major player, or even the roll of the dice on the casting couch that gave us Brando's "Godfather" rather than Borgnine's.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 800
Edition: 1
Publisher: Cassell
Published: 15 Sep 2007
ISBN 10: 1844035905
ISBN 13: 9781844035908
Book Overview: Written by a superb selection of international film critics An intelligent guide to movies, film history and criticism. In-depth reviews of key scenes and movies. Biography and impact of the major movers and shakers. Fantastic images from the greatest scenes ever shot.