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  • The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: The Animated Story

    by Charlie Mackesy ...
    Charlie Mackesy’s beloved The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been adapted into an animated short film, now available to stream on Apple TV+A journey, in search of homeThis beautifully made book offers a special behind-the-scenes look at the work of over 100 animators across two years of production - with Charlie's distinctive illustrations brought to life in full colour with hand-drawn ... Read more

    $158.89 HKD

  • The New Biographical Dictionary of Film

    Sixth Edition

    by David Thomson ...
    For almost thirty years, David Thomson’s Biographical Dictionary of Film has been not merely “the finest reference book ever written about movies” (Graham Fuller, Interview), not merely the “desert island book” of art critic David Sylvester, not merely “a great, crazy masterpiece” (Geoff Dyer, The Guardian), but also “fiendishly seductive” (Greil Marcus, Rolling Stone).This new edition updates the ... Read more

    $71.79 HKD

  • The Filmmaker's Handbook

    A Comprehensive Guide for the Digital Age: Fifth Edition

    by Steven Ascher, Edward Pincus ...
    The authoritative guide to producing, directing, shooting, editing, and distributing your video or film. Whether you aspire to be a great filmmaker yourself or are looking for movie gifts, this comprehensive guide to filmmaking is the first step in turning a hobby into a career.Widely acknowledged as the “bible” of video and film production, and used in courses around the world, The Filmmaker’s ... Read more

    $98.79 HKD

  • The Sound of Music

    The Making of America's Favorite Movie

    by Julia Antopol Hirsch ...
    The Sound of Music is a classic film cherished in the hearts of millions. It won five Oscars, including Best Picture, upon its release in 1965. This tribute to a Hollywood classic is sure to thrill everyone who's ever sung along to "My Favorite Things" at one of the many screenings that still take place today. Through interviews with the cast and crew, in-depth access to memorabilia and personal ... Read more

    $101.04 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Peter Bogdanovich's Movie of the Week

    52 Classic Films for One Full Year

    by Peter Bogdanovich ...
    A FRONT-ROW SEAT TO A YEAR'S WORTH OF MUST-SEE FILMSDirector, producer, screenwriter, author, actor, and film critic, Peter Bogdanovich knows movies. Now, in this unique new book, he shares his passion with a connoisseur's insight and delight by inviting the reader to join him for a year at the movies--fifty-two weeks, fifty-two films, fifty-two reasons to watch. Which films does Peter Bogdanovich ... Read more

    $41.19 HKD

  • A Dictionary of Film Studies

    by Annette Kuhn, Guy Westwell ...
    Series series Oxford Quick Reference
    A Dictionary of Film Studies covers all aspects of its discipline as it is currently taught at undergraduate level. Offering exhaustive and authoritative coverage, this A-Z is written by experts in the field, and covers terms, concepts, debates, and movements in film theory and criticism; national, international, and transnational cinemas; film history, movements, and genres; film industry ... Read more

    $96.49 HKD

  • The Harry Potter Quiz Book

    by Brian Bodie ...
    Test your knowledge of the world of Harry Potter with this Harry Potter quiz book. ... Read more

    $23.48 HKD

  • Alfred Hitchcock and the Making of Psycho

    by Stephen Rebello ...
    A "meticulous history" of the classic suspense film based on exclusive interviews with the director, writers, cast, and crew ( The New York Times Book Review).First released in June 1960, Psycho altered the landscape of horror films forever. But just as compelling as the movie itself is the story behind it, which has been adapted as a movie starring Anthony Hopkins as Hitchcock, Helen Mirren as ... Read more

    $101.39 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Tangibly Reel 1980s Movie Quiz

    The Tangibly Reel Movie Quiz, #1

    by S. A. Burke ...
    Series Book 1 - The Tangibly Reel Movie Quiz
    Cinema of the 1980s was very commercially focused on the one hand and yet, paradoxically, incredibly inventive on the other. The 1970s had smashed up the cookie-cutter machines and though the following decade began with a very noticeable transition which brought with it the returning armies of accountants and bottom-liners, the creatives were certainly still allowed to make their own individual ... Read more

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  • Back to the Body

    Infusing Physical Life into Characters in Theatre and Film

    by Jean-Louis Rodrigue, Scott Weintraub ...
    Back to the Body: ***Infusing Physical Life into Characters in Theatre and Film***guides you to experience and use your body and its energy as a basic point of departure for performance and expression. You will learn to apply your entire self in acting, with your voice, body, mind, and emotion. This integrated training is designed to combine all these elements of yourself with your material, the ... Read more

    $126.19 HKD

  • 餐桌上的電影物語

    美食、人性與慾望的浮世對話

    by 蕭菊貞 ...
    Series series MARK
    24部經典電影的人性料理饗宴！以料理為引線，認識電影的敘事方法，剖析電影中的社會、階級、心理與生命課題。從小到大我們總是被期待著成為好人，優秀的人，成功的人；當然也包括成為聽話的人，聽爸媽的話、聽老師的話、聽老闆的話、聽那些握有權力者的話，但很多時候我們並非真心服從，我們不願意臣服，也不甘願接受命運的安排，更不願意成為失敗者。於是心裡有太多壓抑的情緒需要出口，有太多的慾望渴求解放，有太多的禁忌想要打破，有太多的秘密想要曬太陽。所以人們愛吃、愛看電影，期待快速療癒受傷的心靈，找到情感的共鳴，在一餐內快速提升血清素，在兩三個小時內，滿足現實中不能實踐的渴望，甚至為自己的孤單與挫折找到一些安慰。而電影需要故事，故事需要衝突，人性裡隱藏的矛盾與衝突，在現實中解決不了，正好電影可以幫你完成；食物裡夾帶著太多的慾望與記憶，曖昧不明卻又喬裝得若無其事，正好跟電影的特色合拍。於是乎美食、人性和慾望 ... Read more

    $57.55 HKD

  • 1000 Harry Potter Facts

    by Mera Wolfe ...
    1000 Harry Potter Facts is packed with all the trivia you could ever wish to know about this beloved series of fantasy books and films! ... Read more

    $25.08 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Story of the Story

    How to Kidnap Your Audience

    by Lawrence J. Kurnarsky ...
    In a world drowning in formulaic stories, The Story of The Story emerges as a beacon for storytellers who seek a genuine connection with their audience. The Story of the Story underscores the importance of theme-driven storytelling, premised upon the idea that understanding the 'why' (or theme) of a story is the key to mastering the art of intuitive and genuine narrative.Unlike conventional how-to ... Read more

    $78.10 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Film Director Prepares

    A Complete Guide to Directing for Film and Tv

    by Myrl A. Schreibman ...
    • Insider author gives no-nonsense advice• Required reading for film students, educators, anyone interested in filmFrom script analysis to post production, here is the all-inclusive guide to directing for film and television. Written by noted director-producer Myrl Schreibman, The Film Director Prepares offers practical insights on filmmaking, using real-life examples directors won’t learn in ... Read more

    $84.69 HKD

  • James Cagney Films of the 1930s

    by James L. Neibaur ...
    One of the biggest stars of the golden age of Hollywood, James Cagney appeared in more than sixty films throughout his career. In addition to starring in the classics White Heat, Mister Roberts, and One, Two, Three, Cagney received the Academy Award for his performance as George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy. From his debut in Sinner’s Holiday to one of his many gangster portrayals in The ... Read more

    $698.49 HKD

  • Doctor Who FAQ

    All That's Left to Know About the Most Famous Time Lord in the Universe

    by Dave Thompson ...
    Series series FAQ
    Illustrations throughout ... Read more

    $202.59 HKD

  • French Cinema—A Critical Filmography

    Volume 2, 1940–1958

    by Colin Crisp ...
    This invaluable resource by one of the world's leading experts in French cinema presents a coherent overview of French cinema in the 20th century and its place and function in French society. Each filmography includes 101 films listed chronologically (Volume 1: 1929–1939 and Volume 2: 1940–1958) and provides accessible points of entry into the remarkable world of 20th-century French cinema. All ... Read more

    $78.10 HKD

  • Pride, Prejudice and Popcorn

    TV and Film Adaptations of Pride and Prejudice, Wuthering Heights, and Jane Eyre

    by Carrie Sessarego ...
    Series series Pop!
    Three great love stories that started it allJane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice and Wuthering Heights are three of the greatest novels in English literature. Now joining them is Pride, Prejudice and Popcorn, a decidedly different take on these classics. You will laugh with delight as you learn:- The importance of thoroughly investigating your employers before accepting a job at their isolated, creepy ... Read more

    $8.76 HKD

  • Star Wars The Last Jedi™ The Visual Dictionary

    by Pablo Hidalgo ...
    Star Wars: The Last Jedi™ The Visual Dictionary is the definitive guide to Star Wars: The Last Jedi, revealing the characters, creatures, droids, locations, and technology from the new film. Packed with 100+ images and information as penned by Star Wars™ scribe Pablo Hidalgo, it's a must-have for all fans who want to go beyond the movie experience.© & TM 2017 LUCASFILM LTD ... Read more

    $139.99 HKD

  • The Films of Laura Mulvey and Peter Wollen

    Scripts, Working Documents, Interpretation

    by Oliver Fuke ...
    This collection of Laura Mulvey and Peter Wollen's film scripts vividly evokes the close connection between their influential work as theorists and their work as filmmakers. It includes scripts for all six of Mulvey and Wollen's collaborative films, Wollen's solo feature film, Friendship's Death (1987), and Mulvey's later collaborations. Each text is followed by a new essay by a leading writer, ... Read more

    $227.69 HKD

  • Film on the Faultline

    Edited by Alan Wright ...
    Film has always played a crucial role in the imagination of disaster. The earthquake, especially, transforms our understanding of the limits and possibilities of cinema, as well as of life itself. After major quakes in countries as dissimilar as Japan, Chile, Iran and New Zealand, filmmakers have responded with films that challenge ingrained social, political, ethical and philosophical categories ... Read more

    $246.29 HKD

  • New York Travel Guide 2024

    Unveiling The Magic And Melody Of The Concrete Jungle-A Comprehensive Traveler’s Guide To Plan A Memorable Trip To United States Iconic City

    by James Robert ...
    Discover New York: Unveiling The Soul Of The Concrete JungleAs the pages unfold, James Robert takes you on an emotional journey through the city that never sleeps. This is not your typical travel guidebook; it is a love letter to the metropolis that has captured hearts worldwide. With James as your personal tour companion, every street, park, and neighborhood takes on a vivid, soul-stirring life ... Read more

    $39.01 HKD

  • 100 Greatest Film Scores

    by Matt Lawson, Laurence MacDonald ...
    The background music on a film can make or break the audience experience. Imagine the shower scene in Psycho without the shrieking violins or Jaws without the ominous notes thatportend the shark’s attack! Musical accompaniment helps create atmosphere for the viewer, from subtle undertones to compositions that heighten the drama.In 100 Greatest Film Scores, authors Matt Lawson and Laurence E. ... Read more

    $440.79 HKD

  • Novel Images

    Literature in Performance

    Edited by Peter Reynolds ...
    Series series Routledge Library Editions: Film and Literature
    Written specifically with the student in mind and focusing on a number of well-known texts, including Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Nicholas Nickleby, Nice Work and The Color Purple, the contributions in this book demonstrate how we can look critically at literary adaptations and learn to distinguish between mythical images and the reality of the process that constructed them. They argue that ... Read more

    $531.54 HKD