Making Movie Magic
Making Movie Magic

Author: John Richardson

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2020-01-24

Total Pages: 395

ISBN-13: 0750994398

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John Richardson is an Oscar-winning special effects supervisor and designer, who has been involved in over 100 movies, including nine James Bond adventures, all eight Harry Potter films, Aliens, Superman, A Bridge Too Far, Straw Dogs, The Omen, Cliffhanger, Far and Away, Willow . . . and many, many more. In creating the magic that flows through these films – by creating huge explosions, beheading people, producing futuristic gadgets, making a man fly or breathing life into creatures that amaze and haunt us – Richardson has come to hold a unique place in cinema history. The son of pioneering FX technician Cliff Richardson, he learned his trade at the feet of a master of the craft. With over five decades of adventures under his belt, and a vast photographic collection of unseen pictures, Richardson now lifts the lid on his exciting and fascinating career of making movie magic.

Gollum
Gollum

Author: Andy Serkis

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9780007170579

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Actor Andy Serkis relates how he and the team of animators brought Tolkien's character Gollum to life. Film-making history was made when, in The Two Towers, an actor's performance and digital animation were seamlessly integrated to create the world's first totally lifelike animated character.

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore: Movie Magic
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore: Movie Magic

Author: Jody Revenson

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2022-04-15

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 1683837177

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"Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore transports fans once again to the Wizarding World. Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald's growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines? Packed with captivating facts and incredible images from the making of the film, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore: Movie Magic features behind-the-scenes profiles of the characters, magical locations, beasts, and artifacts seen on-screen. This interactive volume also comes filled with bonus inserts--from posters reproducing props from the film to bookmarks and stickers that will delight fans of all ages."--Amazon.

A Kind of Magic
A Kind of Magic

Author: Jonathan Melville

Publisher: Polaris

Published: 2022-06-07

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 9781913538446

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Telling the story of an immortal Scottish warrior doomed to survive through the centuries while watching those he loves die around him, 1986's Highlander was a British film that took the fantasy genre and infused it with a few thousand volts of energy from the rock video industry to create a timeless, genre-defying, classic. The story of an immortal Scottish warrior battling evil down through the centuries, Highlander fused a high concept idea with the kinetic energy of a pop promo pioneer and Queen's explosive soundtrack to become a cult classic. When two budget-conscious American producers took a chance on a college student's script, they set in motion a chain of events involving an imploding British film studio, an experimental music video director still finding his filmmaking feet, a former James Bond with a spiralling salary, and the unexpected arrival of low-budget indie film company, Cannon Films. Author Jonathan Melville looks back at the creation of Highlander with the help of more than 60 new cast and crew interviews, including stars Christopher Lambert and Clancy Brown, revisiting the gruelling shoot that took them from the back alleys of London, to the far reaches of the Scottish Highlands and onto the mean streets of 1980s New York City.

Making the Magic Happen
Making the Magic Happen

Author: Peter D. Marshall

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781615932658

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Filmmaking Can be a Complicated and Risky Adventure, but it doesn't have to be, Making the Magic Happen shows you why directing a movie is actually simpler than you think. The trick? Learn the craft of filmmaking first, and then apply your creative signature. The most empowering book of its kind, Making the Magic Happen demystifies every aspect of film directing by demonstrating what you must team about the craft before pursuing the art. Book jacket.

100 Years of Hollywood
100 Years of Hollywood

Author: Carol Krenz

Publisher: Friedman-Fairfax

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781567996456

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Plunge into the magic of moviemaking with a gorgeous chronicle of nearly a century of unforgettable films. From the very start, Hollywood showcased an alluring combination of personality, technology, and creative vision. Every one of the stills and behind-the-scenes shots reproduced here capture cinema's glamour and excitement, while the lively text follows the Hollywood moguls and masterminds, brightest stars, and greatest movies. Along the way, meet visionary pioneers, such as D.W. Griffith and Cecil B. DeMille; the golden boys of the "Golden Age," including George Cukor, Frank Capra, and Alfred Hitchcock; and powerful producers. In breathtaking photos, gaze at the beauteous stars, strong and silent heroes, and matinee idols, from Lillian Gish, Katharine Hepburn, and Susan Sarandon to Rudolph Valentino, Clark Gable, and Jack Nicholson.. Relive the fabulous films in every genre, from the western to the musical. Informative and delightful, this is an essential reference for all who love the movies.

Why We Make Movies
Why We Make Movies

Author: George Alexander

Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 556

ISBN-13:

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Muppets from Space
Muppets from Space

Author: Ben Eastman

Publisher: Muppet Press

Published: 1998-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780448420554

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So here it is -- the real deal, the inside scoop, the story behind the making of Muppets From Space. This official movie scrapbook is packed with full-color, behind-the-scenes photos, exclusive interviews, and fascinating factoids on the Muppets and the film. Get up close and personal with Gonzo, Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the Muppet cast! Meet the men and women behind the stars -- the puppeteers. They'll let you in on some top-secret tricks of the trade that you won't read anywhere else! Take a sneak peek inside the Muppet Workshop and discover what goes into the designing, building, and costuming of each Muppet character. Go on location to see how key scenes in the movie were filmed. Hear from the movie's human stars about what it was really like to work with their Muppet co-stars. Dish the on-set dirt with a producer to find out which Muppet celebrity is the most demanding. ("Who, moi?") It's all here -- everything you've ever wanted to know about the Muppets, plus a whole lot you didn't -- in The Making of Muppet Movie Magic.