J. W. Rinzler crafts narratives deeply rooted in historical events and adventurous tales. His writing is shaped by a lifelong passion for classic cinema, comic books, and epic stories, enabling him to construct compelling and immersive worlds. Rinzler's literary journey includes significant work chronicling iconic film franchises and the creative processes behind them. He excels at blending meticulously researched historical detail with thrilling narrative elements, offering readers a fresh perspective on significant moments and cultural touchstones.
Die Buchanmerkung beschreibt die Entstehungsgeschichte des Films "Alien" von Ridley Scott, der 1979 Premiere hatte. Autor J. W. Rinzler beleuchtet die Entwicklung von der Idee bis zum Kultklassiker und enthält Interviews mit Ridley Scott sowie unveröffentlichtes Material. Ein umfassender Rückblick auf einen der größten Sci-Fi-Horrorfilme.
Explore the beginning of Steven Spielberg's remarkable career with this definitive retrospective that covers Duel, The Sugarland Express, Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, 1941, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. In the first ten years of his career, Steven... číst celé
A captivating exploration of the life, work, and insider insight of legendary film producer Howard Kazanjian Howard Kazanjian had already worked with such master directors as Alfred Hitchcock, Robert Wise, Billy Wilder, and Sam Peckinpah when he was recruited by his University of Southern California classmate George Lucas to be vice president of production on The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Return of the Jedi, among other films. In a career spanning 50 years in the industry, Kazanjian has witnessed the transition of Hollywood from its twilight age to the digital world of today. His stories from the front lines on the set, granting insight into the techniques and personalities of some of Hollywood's finest, illustrated with rare archival photographs, makes this a must-own volume for every cinephile.
Featuring never-before-seen unit photography, storyboards, costume and concept designs, and behind-the-scenes photos from Academy Award–winning director Steven Spielberg’s first musical, West Side The Making of the Steven Spielberg Film is a loving chronicle of the years of effort that went into bringing a beloved story back to the screen for a new generation.Author Laurent Bouzereau was embedded with the film’s cast and crew and conducted original interviews with director and producer Steven Spielberg, screenwriter and executive producer Tony Kushner, Tony Award–winning choreographer Justin Peck, and the cast of Sharks and Jets, among many others, to bring together a firsthand oral history documenting every stage of the film’s production.As relevant today as when it first debuted on Broadway, West Side Story has been reimagined by Spielberg, Kushner, and their cast of young stars, including Ansel Elgort (Tony), Rachel Zegler (María), Ariana DeBose (Anita), and David Alvarez (Bernardo), fully embracing historical accuracy in its vibrant depiction of mid-1950s New York City and the forbidden love of the teenagers caught between familial allegiances and passion. West Side The Making of the Steven Spielberg Film provides exclusive in-depth commentary on these themes, bringing together a chorus of diverse voices to explore what it means to find a place for yourself in America.
Featuring new interviews with the cast and crew of the iconic 1986 film "Aliens," this book offers an in-depth look at the making of the movie. It includes rare photographs and concept art, providing fans with exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes stories that highlight the film's legacy and impact on the sci-fi genre.
Star Wars author and former Lucasfilm creative executive J.W. Rinzler combines actual and speculative history in a sweeping re-creation of the dramatic race to develop rockets, dominate the skies over Earth, and explore our Solar System--an epic that rages through World War II and culminates with the Apollo 11 mission to the Moon
This definitive volume explores the complete story behind the making of Alien, featuring exclusive interviews with director Ridley Scott and key production crew members. It includes a wealth of rarely-seen photos and illustrations sourced from the Fox archives, providing an in-depth look at the film's creation and its impact on cinema.
Storyboards til Star Wars-filmene: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi
Published for the 30th anniversary of the original movie, this is a must-have book for all Star Wars fans and serious cineastes. číst celé
The Making of Return of the Jedi is a lavish and enthralling celebration of one of the most cherished movies ever made and will be a must-have for Star Wars fans and serious cinephiles alike.