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Monsters in the Movies : 100 Years of Cinematic Nightmares by John Landis (2016, Trade Paperback)
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The original book was in 2011. A soft cover full size book printed in 2016.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-101465451447
ISBN-139781465451446
eBay Product ID (ePID)219207421
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleMonsters in the Movies : 100 Years of Cinematic Nightmares
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicFilm / Genres / Horror, Film / General, Film / Reference, Film / Direction & Production, Film / History & Criticism
IllustratorYes
GenrePerforming Arts
AuthorJohn Landis
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight57.6 Oz
Item Length11.8 in
Item Width10 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"A delicious romp through the film world, this book provides a nostalgic pull for anyone who grew up a fan of the great horror flicks." Booklist, "A delicious romp through the film world, this book provides a nostalgic pull for anyone who grew up a fan of the great horror flicks." - Booklist
Dewey Decimal791.4367
SynopsisWhich 1932 film is considered the first feature-length zombie movie? Learn everything there is to know about special effects in films and what it goes into designing iconic monsters that still show up in nightmares in Monsters in the Movies , newly released in paperback. From B-movie bogeymen and outer space oddities to big-budget terrors, legendary filmmaker John Landis showcases the greatest monsters ever to creep, fly, slither, stalk, or rampage through theaters! Landis provides his own unique and entertaining insights into the world of moviemaking, and hosts in-depth conversations with leading monster makers, including David Cronenberg, Christopher Lee, John Carpenter, and Sam Raimi, to discuss the art of monster making. He also surveys the historical origins of the archetypal monsters, such as vampires, zombies, and werewolves. Go behind the scenes to discover the secrets of the special-effects wizards who created legendary frighteners like King Kong , Dracula , and Halloween 's Michael Myers. With more than 1,000 stunning movie stills and posters, Monsters in the Movies is sure to keep even the most intense fright-seekers at the edge of their seats for hours!, Which 1932 film is considered the first feature-length zombie movie? Learn everything there is to know about special effects in films and what it goes into designing iconic monsters that still show up in nightmares in Monsters in the Movies , newly released in paperback. From B-movie bogeymen and outer space oddities to big-budget terrors, legendary filmmaker John Landis showcases the greatest monsters ever to creep, fly, slither, stalk, or rampage through theaters Landis provides his own unique and entertaining insights into the world of moviemaking, and hosts in-depth conversations with leading monster makers, including David Cronenberg, Christopher Lee, John Carpenter, and Sam Raimi, to discuss the art of monster making. He also surveys the historical origins of the archetypal monsters, such as vampires, zombies, and werewolves. Go behind the scenes to discover the secrets of the special-effects wizards who created legendary frighteners like King Kong , Dracula , and Halloween 's Michael Myers. With more than 1,000 stunning movie stills and posters, Monsters in the Movies is sure to keep even the most intense fright-seekers at the edge of their seats for hours
LC Classification NumberPN1995.9.M6
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- Oct 18, 2018
Nice Book
Great Pictures, very informative and easy to read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
