Films, cinema
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Films, cinema
Paperback. A guide to films of Shakespeare's plays and to filmed stage performances and films based on or inspired by his works. Information on each film includes: titles; country; language; year of production; director; production company; lead players; awards; silent, stereo or wide-screen; and more. Num Pages: 296 pages, index. BIC Classification: APF; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 302 x 209 x 20. Weight in Grams: 876.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844469
- ISBN
- 9780810844469
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 102.64
€ 102.64
Hardback. This text provides a commentary of Hollywood and the motion picture industry, with portraits of Darryl F. Zanuck, Mae West, Errol Flynn, John Barrymore, B.P. Schulberg, Walter Wanger, John Howard Lawson, and Elia Kazan. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: 2ABM; APF; BGB; DSBH; DSG; KNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810844254
- ISBN
- 9780810844254
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.52
€ 117.52
Paperback. A view into the creative process of one of the most talented figures of American cinema. When production began in 1928, writer/director Erich von Stroheim predicted the silent epic "Queen Kelly" would be a great achievement. Yet, this work shows that it was a masterpiece that might have been. Num Pages: 424 pages, bibliography, photographs. BIC Classification: APFB; APFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843929
- ISBN
- 9780810843929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 112.11
€ 112.11
Hardback. An insight into the world of low-budget westerns and Hollywood's "poverty row". C. Jack Lewis recounts his impressions of the directors, screenwriters and stars of these films, showing the human side of the people with whom he came into contact as he made his break into the industry. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 294 pages, 40 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: APF; HBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 144 x 25. Weight in Grams: 517.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 294
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810843585
- ISBN
- 9780810843585
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.72
€ 117.72
Hardback. This volume provides a collection of critical writings by professional film critics about Steven Spielberg and his films, bringing together many articles and reviews. The entries are both complimentary and critical and provide a comprehensive overview of the films and the director. Editor(s): Silet, Charles L. P. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, bibliography, index, footnotes, filmography. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 148 x 23. Weight in Grams: 481.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841826
- ISBN
- 9780810841826
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.63
€ 132.63
Hardback. The dramatic tale of the life of Thelma White, who is remembered today mostly for her role in the cult classic Reefer Madness, and for her five marriages, only three of which were to men. Her autobiography provides an invaluable record of the life of a performer in the entertainment industry in the 20th century, especially in the 30s and 40s. Series: Studies & Documentation in the History of Popular Entertainment. Num Pages: 376 pages, 2 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: 3JJ; APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841260
- ISBN
- 9780810841260
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.80
€ 107.80
Hardback. While John Woo is regarded as a master action director, little attention has been paid to the manner in which Woo's films reflect the director's religious and ethical concerns. This work shows that Woo should be regarded as a predominantly religious director. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 144 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810841109
- ISBN
- 9780810841109
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.42
€ 90.42
Hardback. Investigates how postmodern techniques are used to create works that embody contemporary contradictions. The author proposes a poststructuralist/postmodern film theory which enhances the analysis of this type of film. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJ; APF; HBT; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 145 x 24. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840980
- ISBN
- 9780810840980
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.74
€ 132.74
Hardback. Peckinpah's Women examines the confluence of factors that worked with, and often against, Peckinpah's cinematic voice to divine a recurring positive theme regarding women in those films that form the heart of his body of work: his period Westerns. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APFB; JFFK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 143 x 17. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840669
- ISBN
- 9780810840669
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 116.84
€ 116.84
Hardback. This is the memoir of Richard Bare, director of the television series, "Green Acres". The book follows Bare through his many years in filmmaking, which brought him into contact with some of Hollywood's biggest stars, sometimes in the most unexpected places. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 344 pages, 53 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 27. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840324
- ISBN
- 9780810840324
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.78
€ 100.78
hardcover. This title treats the polysemy of science fiction film. It examines the science fiction genre and analyzes the nature of science and its representation in western culture, especially in the 50s when the film medium assumes significance for the genre. Num Pages: 264 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 3JJPR; APF; JFC; PDR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 143 x 21. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840232
- ISBN
- 9780810840232
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.38
€ 132.38
Hardback. This book is an appreciation of and a close analysis of the films of Stuart Erwin, a versatile, complex actor whose work has for many years been unfairly neglected. Additionally, this study places Erwin's career within a social, cultural, literary, and historical context. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 296 pages, 11 illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840225
- ISBN
- 9780810840225
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.49
€ 106.49
Hardback. This is a history spanning almost a hundred years. The author, Edward Eliscu, describes the course of his life from his family's emigration to America, his experiences in the Broadway theatre, his migration to Hollywood, and his eventual recognition as a celebrity in the entertainment field. Editor(s): Eliscu, David. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 312 pages, 9 illustrations. BIC Classification: APFB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840126
- ISBN
- 9780810840126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.44
€ 117.44
Hardback. Roberto Benigni gained overnight fame when his film "La Vita Bella/Life is Beautiful" won three Oscars in 1999. This study introduces Benigni's performances in film, stage and television, with an emphasis on the cultural and intellectual backdrops that characterize his films. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 160 pages, 4 illustrations. BIC Classification: APFB; BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 151 x 10. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810840003
- ISBN
- 9780810840003
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.95
€ 90.95
Hardback. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 296 pages, port. BIC Classification: APFB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 145 x 21. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810839724
- ISBN
- 9780810839724
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 91.33
€ 91.33
Hardback. Jimmy Starr was a Hollywood screenwriter, publicist, press agent and most notably, gossip columnist. In this text Jimmy Starr recalls his 40-year career that began as an office boy at Metro Studios in 1919. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 151 x 22. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810839410
- ISBN
- 9780810839410
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 101.92
€ 101.92
Hardback. In this text Winifred Kay Thackrey recalls her days as a studio stenographer and crew member during Hollywood's Golden Age. Beginning with her first film as a script stenographer, she describes in vivid detail the atmosphere and the inner-workings of a sound stage. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 348 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 146 x 27. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810839403
- ISBN
- 9780810839403
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 92.14
€ 92.14
Hardback. These film scripts are designed to help film students master concepts like three-act structure, conflict, suprise, rising action, and crisis. This volume contains the screenplays for "Nothing but a Man", "The Plot against Harry", "Stone my Heart", and "Pilgrim, Farewell". Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 159 x 26. Weight in Grams: 667.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810839090
- ISBN
- 9780810839090
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.11
€ 138.11
Hardback. Bernard Vorhaus recalls his days as a writer and director of silent films. Working for Paramount and Metro-Goldwyn Mayer, Vorhaus crossed paths with many Hollywood stars, such as Greta Garbo and John Wayne. A pioneer, he was the first director to use flash-backs in the storyline of a film. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 184 pages, 10 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: APFB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 142 x 18. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838673
- ISBN
- 9780810838673
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.52
€ 99.52
Hardback. A bird's-eye view of Bill Gibson's 60 years as a cameraman. He photographed the likes of John Kennedy, Winston Churchill and Ronald Reagan. Gibson also gives a few tips, he reveals why you should never open your left eye when covering dangerous assignments and why you don't always need film. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 216 pages, 22 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: AJB; APFB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 146 x 17. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838451
- ISBN
- 9780810838451
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.58
€ 125.58
Hardback. A biographical account of the insights, memories and professional knowledge of Paul Landres. Director of many 1950s television series, Paul Landres reminiscences are mixed with the authors own narration. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, 20 photographs, index. BIC Classification: APFB; APT; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 145 x 18. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838161
- ISBN
- 9780810838161
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.36
€ 137.36
Hardback. Herbert Strock, head of his own production company, provides an in-depth guide for film makers. The book covers many topics including pre-planning, producing, screenplay writing, directing, acting, camera, insurance, publicity, budget and union relations. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, 14 photographs, index. BIC Classification: APF; KNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 144 x 22. Weight in Grams: 467.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810838154
- ISBN
- 9780810838154
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.12
€ 100.12
Hardback. This text aims to reveal that film director, Stanley Kubrick can fully explain his most famous film, "2001: A Space Odyssey". It argues that the film is not just a chilling story of space travel but rather it contains three allegories within the one film. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 381.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810837966
- ISBN
- 9780810837966
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.93
€ 90.93
Hardback. Movies are a passion shared by people of all ages and backgrounds. From 30 years of experience, Maurice Rapf assembles the essential information every movie lover should know. Not to be read as an all-inclusive guide, this work can be seen instead as a launching-point for a deeper appreciation of the movies. Num Pages: 128 pages, 1 b&w photograph, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 147 x 15. Weight in Grams: 267.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810837683
- ISBN
- 9780810837683
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.23
€ 90.23