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The Ridley Scott Encyclopedia

Author : Laurence Raw
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810869527
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book The Ridley Scott Encyclopedia written by Laurence Raw and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2009-09-28 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From his first feature film, The Duellists, to his international successes Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma and Louise, Black Hawk Down, Gladiator, and American Gangster, Ridley Scott has directed some of the most compelling films of the last 30 years. Apart from his work as a film director, Scott has engaged in a vast range of activities, including that as a designer, producer, film mogul, and advertising executive. The Ridley Scott Encyclopedia is the first book that focuses on all aspects of his work in a wide-ranging career that spans nearly 50 years. The entries in this encyclopedia focus on all aspects of his work and are divided into four categories. The first focuses on Ridley Scott's work as a director, encompassing his feature films from The Duellists to Body of Lies, as well as his work in television, including commercials. The second category focuses on the people who have been involved in Scott's projects, including actors, directors, producers, designers, writers and other creative personnel. The third focuses on general thematic issues raised in Scott's work, such as gender construction, political issues, and geographical locations. Finally the encyclopedia incorporates entries on films by other directors who have influenced Scott's approach to his work as a director or producer. Each entry is followed by a bibliography of published sources, both in print and online, making this the most comprehensive reference on Scott's body of work.

The Films of Ridley Scott

Author : Richard A. Schwartz
Publisher : Praeger
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Films of Ridley Scott written by Richard A. Schwartz and published by Praeger. This book was released on 2001-08-30 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In such films as Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, and the recent blockbuster Gladiator, Scott addresses the tensions between institutions and individuals, passion and reason, and social order and personal freedom - particularly for women, who in Scott's films often posses strong characters, moral rectitude, and physical prowess - making him the rare mainstream director who does not reserve such heroic qualities for men only.".

The Francis Ford Coppola Encyclopedia

Author : James M. Welsh
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810876515
Total Pages : 347 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book The Francis Ford Coppola Encyclopedia written by James M. Welsh and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2010-08-27 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Francis Ford Coppola's career has spanned five decades, from low budget films he produced in the early 1960s to more personal films of recent years. Because of the tremendous popular success of The Godfather and the tremendous critical success of its sequel, Coppola is considered to be one of the best directors of all time. The entries in this encyclopedia focus on all aspects of Coppola's work—from his early days with producer Roger Corman to his films as the director of the 1970s. This extensive reference contains material on all of the films Coppola has played a role in, from screenwriter to producer to director, including such classics as Patton, The Godfather, The Conversation, The Godfather Part II, and Apocalypse Now. Each entry is followed by a bibliography of published sources, both in print and online, making The Francis Ford Coppola Encyclopedia the most comprehensive reference on this director's body of work.

The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott

Author : Adam Barkman
Publisher : Lexington Books
ISBN 13 : 0739178733
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott written by Adam Barkman and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2013-03-08 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott, edited by Adam Barkman, Ashley Barkman, and Nancy Kang, brings together eighteen critical essays that illuminate a nearly comprehensive selection of the director’s feature films from cutting-edge multidisciplinary and comparative perspectives. Chapters examine such signature works as Alien (1979), Blade Runner (1982), Thelma and Louise (1991), Gladiator (2000), Hannibal (2001), Black Hawk Down (2001), and American Gangster (2007). This volume divides the chapters into three major thematic groups: responsibility, remembering, and revision; real, alienated, and ideal lives; and gender, identity, and selfhood. Each section features six discrete essays, each of which forwards an original thesis about the film or films chosen for analysis. Each chapter features close readings of scenes as well as broader discussions that will interest academics, non-specialists, as well as educated readers with an interest in films as visual texts. While recognizing Scott’s undeniable contributions to contemporary popular cinema, the volume does not shy away from honest and well-evidenced critique. Each chapter’s approach correlates with philosophical, literary, or cultural studies perspectives. Using both combined and single-film discussions, the contributors examine such topics as gender roles and feminist theory; philosophical abstractions like ethics, honor, and personal responsibility; historical memory and the challenges of accurately rendering historical events on screen; literary archetypes and generic conventions; race relations and the effect of class difference on character construction; how religion shapes personal and collective values; the role of a constantly changing technological universe; and the schism between individual and group-based power structures. The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott assembles the critical essays of scholars working in the fields of philosophy, literary studies, and cultural studies. An international group, they are based in the United States, Canada, Argentina, Italy, Greece, Korea, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. The guiding assumption on the part of all the writers is that the filmmaker is the leading determiner of a motion picture’s ethos, artistic vision, and potential for audience engagement. While not discounting the production team (including screenwriters, actors, and cinematographers, among others), auteur theory recognizes the seminal role of the director as the nucleus of the meaning-making process. With Scott an active and prolific presence in the entertainment industry today, the timeliness of this volume is optimal.

Ridley Scott

Author : Ian Nathan
Publisher : Palazzo Editions
ISBN 13 : 9781786750761
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book Ridley Scott written by Ian Nathan and published by Palazzo Editions. This book was released on 2020-10 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated with images as iconic as they are stunning and including the author's first-hand experiences on set and interviewing the great director, this magnificent book charts the extraordinary journey of Britain's greatest living director. Telling the stories behind Alien and Blade Runner, Gladiator and Black Hawk Down, and many more, it also goes in search of the themes and motifs that unite such different films, and the methods and madness of Scott's approach to his medium. This is the story of a director who has never been less than stubbornly, brilliantly, unforgettably his own man.

The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott

Author : Adam Barkman
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 0739178725
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book The Culture and Philosophy of Ridley Scott written by Adam Barkman and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While recognizing Scott's undeniable contributions to contemporary popular cinema, the volume does not shy away from honest and well-evidenced critique. Each chapter's approach correlates with philosophical, literary, or cultural studies perspectives. Using both combined and single-film discussions, the contributors examine such topics as gender roles and feminist theory; philosophical abstractions like ethics, honor, and personal responsibility; historical memory and the challenges of accurately rendering historical events on screen; literary archetypes and generic conventions; race relations and the effect of class difference on character construction; how religion shapes personal and collective values; the role of a constantly changing technological universe; and the schism between individual and group-based power structures.

The Blade Runner Encyclopedia

Author : Alvin Conway
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781387625703
Total Pages : 316 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (257 download)

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Download or read book The Blade Runner Encyclopedia written by Alvin Conway and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-29 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blade Runner (1982), Blade Runner 2049, the anime short films. Welcome to the world of Blade Runner: Now for the first time, a comprehensive masterwork of reference material has been collectively gathered and created for you to read, experience, and understand the Blade Runner universe like never before. Science Fiction World said, "This is an astounding reference book that is sure to delight, entertain, and amaze any fan of the Ridley Scott and Denis Villeneuve films. Consider this the 'must-have' guide you need to navigate the dystopian world of Blade Runner.""

Ridley Scott

Author : Vincent LoBrutto
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813177103
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Ridley Scott written by Vincent LoBrutto and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2019-04-22 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With celebrated works such as Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, and Gladiator, Ridley Scott has secured his place in Hollywood. This legendary director and filmmaker has had an undeniable influence on art and the culture of filmmaking, but is also a respected media businessman. In Ridley Scott: A Biography, Vincent LoBrutto delves into Ridley Scott's oeuvre in a way that allows readers to understand the yin and yang of his exceptional career. Presented is a unique crosscut between the biographical facts of Ridley Scott's personal life -- his birth and early days in northeast England, his life in New York City -- and his career in Hollywood as a director and producer of television commercials, TV series, miniseries, and feature films. Every film is presented, analyzed, and probed for a greater understanding of the visionary, his personality, and his thought process, for a deeper perception of his astounding work and accomplishments. The voices of cast and crew who have worked with Ridley Scott, as well as the words of the man himself, are woven throughout this book for a fully realized, critical biography, revealing the depth of the artist and his achievements.

Ridley Scott

Author : William B. Parrill
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 0786485930
Total Pages : 191 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (864 download)

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Download or read book Ridley Scott written by William B. Parrill and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-08-10 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ridley Scott, the director of such seminal films as Blade Runner, Alien and Thelma & Louise, is one of the most important directors of the last fifty years. Unlike many directors, Scott has been remarkably transparent about his craft, offering the audience glimpses into his creative process. This book explores Scott's oeuvre in depth, devoting a chapter to his 22 primary works, from his first effort, Boy and Bicycle (1962), through Robin Hood (2010). Topics discussed include the critical reception of the films, and the ways in which Scott's works function as cinematic mediators of issues such as religion, women's rights and history.

The Last Duel

Author : Eric Jager
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 0767914171
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (679 download)

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Download or read book The Last Duel written by Eric Jager and published by Crown. This book was released on 2005-09-13 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE • “A taut page-turner with all the hallmarks of a good historical thriller.”—Orlando Sentinel The gripping true story of the duel to end all duels in medieval France as a resolute knight defends his wife’s honor against the man she accuses of a heinous crime In the midst of the devastating Hundred Years’ War between France and England, Jean de Carrouges, a Norman knight fresh from combat in Scotland, returns home to yet another deadly threat. His wife, Marguerite, has accused squire Jacques Le Gris of rape. A deadlocked court decrees a trial by combat between the two men that will also leave Marguerite’s fate in the balance. For if her husband loses the duel, she will be put to death as a false accuser. While enemy troops pillage the land, and rebellion and plague threaten the lives of all, Carrouges and Le Gris meet in full armor on a walled field in Paris. What follows is the final duel ever authorized by the Parlement of Paris, a fierce fight with lance, sword, and dagger before a massive crowd that includes the teenage King Charles VI, during which both combatants are wounded—but only one fatally. Based on extensive research in Normandy and Paris, The Last Duel brings to life a colorful, turbulent age and three unforgettable characters caught in a fatal triangle of crime, scandal, and revenge. The Last Duel is at once a moving human drama, a captivating true crime story, and an engrossing work of historical intrigue with themes that echo powerfully centuries later.

Gladiator

Author : Ridley Scott
Publisher : Newmarket Press
ISBN 13 : 9781557044310
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (443 download)

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Download or read book Gladiator written by Ridley Scott and published by Newmarket Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official illustrated companion book to the winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Russell Crowe), Costume Design, Sound, and Visual Effects. Director Ridley Scott (Blade Runner, Thelma and Louise, Alien) brings the glorious battles of the ancient Roman arena back to the big screen. Set against the splendor and barbarity of the Roman Empire in AD 180, Gladiator tells an epic story of courage and revenge: The great Roman general Maximus (Russell Crowe) has been forced into exile and slavery by the jealous heir to the throne, Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). Trained as a gladiator, Maximus returns to Rome, intent on avenging the murder of his family by Commodus, now emperor. The one power stronger than that of the emperor is the will of the people, and Maximus knows he can attain his revenge only by becoming the greatest hero in all the Empire. Russell Crowe heads up an international cast that includes Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielson, Oliver Reed, Derek Jacobi, Djimon Hounsou, and Richard Harris. Directed by Ridley Scott from a script by David Franzoni and John Logan, Gladiator is produced by Franzoni, Douglas Wick, and Branko Lustig, with Walter F. Parkes serving as executive producer. This is the official full-color companion book, featuring excerpts from the screenplay, historical sidebars and illustrations, details on period costumes and epic set designs, behind-the-scenes photographs from the location filming, and interviews with the screenwriters, actors, and director.

The Films of Ridley Scott

Author : Richard A. Schwartz
Publisher : Praeger
ISBN 13 : 0275969762
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (759 download)

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Download or read book The Films of Ridley Scott written by Richard A. Schwartz and published by Praeger. This book was released on 2001-08-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In such films as Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, and the recent blockbuster Gladiator, Scott addresses the tensions between institutions and individuals, passion and reason, and social order and personal freedom - particularly for women, who in Scott's films often posses strong characters, moral rectitude, and physical prowess - making him the rare mainstream director who does not reserve such heroic qualities for men only.".

Ridley Scott

Author : Paul Sammon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780752835068
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Ridley Scott written by Paul Sammon and published by . This book was released on 2000-02-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Unofficial Stranger Things Encyclopedia

Author : Tom Crossland
Publisher : BookRix
ISBN 13 : 3755409623
Total Pages : 341 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (554 download)

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Download or read book The Unofficial Stranger Things Encyclopedia written by Tom Crossland and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2022-03-16 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The unofficial encyclopedia to the amazingly popular Netflix show. Can't remember who is who? Don't know what a mouthbreather is? Need a guide to all the episodes? Want to know more about the comics, games, music, auditions, food, cast and crew, and much more? Confused by the more obscure pop culture easter eggs? The Unofficial Stranger Things Encyclopedia contains all you could ever wish to know about Stranger Things. Get ready for the ultimate Stranger Things crash course.

Movies in American History [3 volumes]

Author : Philip C. DiMare
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1598842978
Total Pages : 1505 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (988 download)

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Download or read book Movies in American History [3 volumes] written by Philip C. DiMare and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2011-06-17 with total page 1505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This provocative three-volume encyclopedia is a valuable resource for readers seeking an understanding of how movies have both reflected and helped engender America's political, economic, and social history. Movies in American History: An Encyclopedia is a reference text focused on the relationship between American society and movies and filmmaking in the United States from the late 19th century through the present. Beyond discussing many important American films ranging from Birth of a Nation to Star Wars to the Harry Potter film series, the essays included in the volumes explore sensitive issues in cinema related to race, class, and gender, authored by international scholars who provide unique perspectives on American cinema and history. Written by a diverse group of distinguished scholars with backgrounds in history, film studies, culture studies, science, religion, and politics, this reference guide will appeal to readers new to cinema studies as well as film experts. Each encyclopedic entry provides data about the film, an explanation of the film's cultural significance and influence, information about significant individuals involved with that work, and resources for further study.

The Encyclopedia of Epic Films

Author : Constantine Santas
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810882485
Total Pages : 713 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Epic Films written by Constantine Santas and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2014-03-21 with total page 713 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soon after film came into existence, the term epic was used to describe productions that were lengthy, spectacular, live with action, and often filmed in exotic locales with large casts and staggering budgets. The effort and extravagance needed to mount an epic film paid off handsomely at the box office, for the genre became an immediate favorite with audiences. Epic films survived the tribulations of two world wars and the Depression and have retained the basic characteristics of size and glamour for more than a hundred years. Length was, and still is, one of the traits of the epic, though monolithic three- to four-hour spectacles like Gone with the Wind (1939) and Lawrence of Arabia (1962) have been replaced today by such franchises as the Harry Potter films and the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Although the form has evolved during many decades of existence, its central elements have been retained, refined, and modernized to suit the tastes of every new generation. The Encyclopedia of Epic Films identifies, describes, and analyzes those films that meet the criteria of the epic—sweeping drama, panoramic landscapes, lengthy adventure sequences, and, in many cases, casts of thousands. This volume looks at the wide variety of epics produced over the last century—from the silent spectacles of D. W. Griffith and biblical melodramas of Cecil B. DeMille to the historical dramas of David Lean and rollercoaster thrillers of Steven Spielberg. Each entry contains: Major personnel behind the camera, including directors and screenwriters Cast and character listings Plot summary Analysis Academy Award wins and nominations DVD and Blu-ray availability Resources for further study This volume also includes appendixes of foreign epics, superhero spectaculars, and epics produced for television, along with a list of all the directors in the book. Despite a lack of overall critical recognition and respect as a genre, the epic remains a favorite of audiences, and this book pays homage to a form of mass entertainment that continues to fill movie theaters. The Encyclopedia of Epic Films will be of interest to academics and scholars, as well as any fan of films made on a grand scale.

The Forever War

Author : Joe Haldeman
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 0312536631
Total Pages : 287 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (125 download)

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Download or read book The Forever War written by Joe Haldeman and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1975 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Del Rey book." Battling the Taurans in space was one problem as Private William Mandella worked his way up the ranks to major. In spanning the stars, he aged only months while Earth aged centuries.