"In a career that spanned sixty years, Alfred Hitchcock made more than fifty feature-length films and hosted his own television series, transforming the thriller genre in the twentieth century. Author Laurent Bouzereau puts this incredible canon into perspective, examining the master's life thematically: his archetypal anti-heroes; his complicated female characters; his charming villains; and something Bouzereau calls "the Hitchcock touc ..."
"From "Raiders of the Lost Ark" to "The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" The man with the hat is back-in the definitive behind-the-scenes look at the Indiana Jones epic action saga. When George Lucas and Steven Spielberg put their heads together to create a no-holds-barred action-adventure movie, bigger-than-life hero Indiana Jones was born. The rest is breathtaking, record-breaking box-office history. Now comes an all-new Indiana Jones fea ..."
The Art of Bond From Storyboard to Screen--the Creative Process Behind the James Bond Phenomenon by LaurentBouzereau, Lee Pfeiffer, Dave Worrall Hardcover, 240 Pages, Published 2006 by Harry N. Abrams ISBN-13: 978-0-8109-5488-5, ISBN: 0-8109-5488-5
" The debonair and daring James Bond has captivated audiences around the world for more than 40 years, his 007 films setting the standard for movie blockbusters. The Art of Bond gives readers an insider’s look at the Bond evolution, from storyboard to screen, through all-new interviews with the series’ creative talents, as well as previously unseen art and behind-the-scenes photography from all 21 films. Actors—including the newest Bond, ..."
The Art of Bond(1st Edition) From storyboard to screen: the creative process behind the James Bond phenomenon by Laurent. Bouzereau, Lee Pfeiffer, David Worrall Hardcover, 240 Pages, Published 2006 by Boxtree Import ISBN-13: 978-0-7522-1551-8, ISBN: 0-7522-1551-5
"The debonair and daring James Bond has captivated audiences around the world for more than 40 years, his 007 films setting the standard for movie blockbusters. The Art of Bond gives readers an insider’s look at the Bond evolution, from storyboard to screen, through all-new interviews with the series’ creative talents, as well as previously unseen art and behind-the-scenes photography from all 21 films. Actors—including the newest Bond, ..."
"my daughters, Mary, Tere, and Katie, my sons-in-laws, Jerry, Paul, and Bruce and
my grandchildren, Melissa, Kelly, Caitlin, Trisha, Kate, Samantha, and
Christopher -^ <9hIS PAPERBACK EDITION IS dedicated to the memory of my
daughter, Melissa Mary Stone, who passed away on August 12, 2003, after a
very courageous battle against cystic fibrosis. Melissa was an extraordinary
young woman. She was beautiful, intelligent, strong, and wis ..."
Ultraviolent Movies(Updated) From Sam Peckinpah to Quentin Tarantino by LaurentBouzereau Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2000 by Citadel ISBN-13: 978-0-8065-2045-2, ISBN: 0-8065-2045-0
"... as the president of the United States, didn't turn the other cheek; to the contrary,
he kicked ass like everyone else. And we, the audience, cheered at each punch,
each explosion, and were gratified by this display of entertainment. The problem
in today's action films is a lack of character development; screen violence, as
pointed out by French director Bertrand Tavernier to the Hollywood Reporter, has
become another special ef ..."
"In 1977, George Lucas brought Star Wars to the big screen--and made science-fiction cinema history. Now, more than twenty years later, the visionary writer-director, his brilliant crew of special-effects wizards, and an exciting cast of talented stars have united to make the long-awaited and eagerly anticipated Episode I of the Star Wars epic.Star Wars: The Making of Episode I is your exclusive entrée to the behind-the-scenes world wher ..."
"An Imperial Star Destroyer plus a doughnut equals a Neimoidian battleship. So reveals Phantom Menace design director Doug Chiang, as he's discussing how the previous Star Wars films influenced the conceptual planning of Episode I. Fans of Star Wars, of course, love to get this kind of skinny, and The Making of Episode I doesn't disappoint. In this comprehensive account of Phantom Menace's origins, packed with page after page of behind-t ..."
The De Palma Cut(1st Edition) The Films of America's Most Controversial Director by LaurentBouzereau Hardcover, 176 Pages, Published 1988 by Dembner Books ISBN-13: 978-0-942637-04-5, ISBN: 0-942637-04-6
"Looks at the career of Brian De Palma, discusses the criticisms leveled against him, and considers the themes and camera techniques used in his films"
"Few movies in the entire history of Hollywood cinema are as beloved as Steven Spielberg’s E.T., the story of a remarkable friendship between a young boy and an alien visitor stranded on Earth. Now in a new 30th Anniversary edition, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial from Concept to Classic is the only official book on the making of the film—the book Spielberg himself calls, “Our E.T. family album.” Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 photo ..."
Star Wars(1st Edition) Episode 1, The Making of The Phantom Menace by LaurentBouzereau, Jody Duncan, Bouzereau/Duncan Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 1999 by Ebury Press Import ISBN-13: 978-0-09-186867-3, ISBN: 0-09-186867-X
"Star Wars Episode One ( Limited First Edition ) - Bouzereau, Laurent & Duncan, Jody - Ebury Press"
"Covering every aspect of the first film in the new Star Wars trilogy - from the early storyboards to filming in secret locations. This book chronicles some important moments in film history, as the newest technology is pushed to its limits to realize Lucas' dream. 192 pp; illustrated."
Ultraviolent Movies(1st Edition) From Sam Peckinpah to Quentin Tarantino by LaurentBouzereau Paperback, 244 Pages, Published 1996 by Citadel Pr ISBN-13: 978-0-8065-1787-2, ISBN: 0-8065-1787-5
"Violence in the movies has undergone a complete revolution. From Bonnie and Clyde and Taxi Driver to Natural Born Killers and True Romance, ultraviolence continues to gain new fans and push the envelope--and cause controversy. Bouzereau offers insight into the visions of such directors as Scorsese, DePalma, Stanley Kubrick and Quentin Tarantino. The result is an intriguing study for film buffs and historians alike. Photos, many in color ..."
The Cutting Room Floor Movie Scenes Which Never Made it to the Screen by LaurentBouzereau Paperback, 243 Pages, Published 1994 by Citadel Pr ISBN-13: 978-0-8065-1491-8, ISBN: 0-8065-1491-4
"The studio created a campaign and advertised the film as "The Original Director's
Version of the Movie That Was Light Years Ahead of Its Time." In the opening
week, Blade Runner broke house records at the Nuart, where it grossed $53,560,
and at the Castro, where the film made about $94,000. At last, Barry Reardon told
Ridley Scott they would finance the final restoration of Blade Runner, with Peter
Gardiner in charge of the project ..."
E.T.(1st Edition) The Extra-Terrestrial From Concept to Classic: The Illustrated Story of the Film and Filmmakers (Newmarket Pictorial Moviebook) by Steven Spielberg, Melissa Mathison, LaurentBouzereau, Linda Sunshine, Timothy Shaner Hardcover, 192 Pages, Published 2002 by Newmarket Press ISBN-13: 978-1-55704-504-1, ISBN: 1-55704-504-6
"E.T. is the movie that created one of the most recognized icons of the twentieth century, and has become the enduring classic about a remarkable friendship between a boy and an alien visitor. And this is the only book that tells the story of how the movie was conceived and made.Here are stories from director Steven Spielberg, writer Melissa Mathison, producer Kathleen Kennedy, child stars Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore, and members of ..."
"Based on Doris Kearns Goodwin's #1 New York Times Bestselling 2005 book, Team of Rivals; directed by Steven Spielberg; and featuring a star-studded cast, Lincoln is destined for greatness. The film, which will hit theaters in December 2012, examines the most turbulent period of our sixteenth president's leadership: Lincoln's efforts to pass the Thirteenth Amendment in the House of Representatives against the backdrop of the Civil War. T ..."
"Alfred Hitchcock's films are a testament to his autonomy-but there was one person whose ideas and advice he valued above all others: his wife, Alma. Who was the woman behind the most famous film director in the world? Pat Hitchcock O'Connell offers rare insight into the life and career of her mother and father, and finally reveals Alma's extraordinary contribution to the Hitchcock legacy. Filled with fascinating personal anecdotes, A ..."
"During one of his lessons a young "Padawan-Jedi" named Darklighter came to
know the Bogan. He joined Sith pirates, and together they became the Emperor's
bodyguards. They hunted the remaining Jedi warriors; with each death, the
Bogan grew stronger. Luke tells his brothers that their father is one of the only
Jedi survivors, and he must bring to him a small diamond called "the Kiber
Crystal," the only thing that can intensify the As ..."
Star Wars Episode I : The Making of the Phantom Menace by LaurentBouzereau Published 1999 ISBN-13: 978-0-345-91635-8, ISBN: 0-345-91635-2
Star Wars The Making of Episode 1: The Phantom Menace by LaurentBouzereau, Jody Duncan Paperback, 164 Pages, Published 1999 by Del Rey ISBN-13: 978-0-345-91636-5, ISBN: 0-345-91636-0
"In 1977, George Lucas brought Star Wars to the big screen--and made science-fiction cinema history. Now, more than twenty years later, the visionary writer-director, his brilliant crew of special-effects wizards, and an exciting cast of talented stars have united to make the long-awaited and eagerly anticipated Episode I of the Star Wars epic.Star Wars: The Making of Episode I is your exclusive entrée to the behind-the-scenes world wher ..."