The Story of Film
An updated edition – with completely new chapters – of the most accessible and compelling history of the cinema yet published, and complements Mark Cousins’ fascinating 15-hour film documentary The Story of Film: An Odyssey.
Filmmaking and production: technical and background skills
Middle-earth: From Script to Screen: Building the World of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit
The epic, in-depth story of the creation of one of the most famous fantasy worlds ever imagined, this richly illustrated compendium reveals the breathtaking craftsmanship, artistry, and technology behind the magical Middle-earth of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Motion Picture Trilogies, directed by Peter Jackson.
The Art of The Adventures of Tintin
An incredible visual insight into one of the most eagerly anticipated films of 2011.
The Art of District 9
‘District 9 is that modern rarity: an adventure thriller that’s even better than its advertising campaign.’ Telegraph
This book illuminates the incredible design process behind this ground-breaking film.
Once More, With Feeling: How we tried to make the greatest porn film ever
Vicky and Charlie, twenty-somethings, one the son of a vicar, the other the daughter of a much loved Radio 4 and Times columnist, friends for years but never boyfriend/girlfriend, decide to make a hardcore porn movie.