Showmanship The Cinema Of William Castle
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Showmanship The Cinema Of William Castle
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Author : Joe Jordan
language : en
Publisher: BearManor Media
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Showmanship The Cinema Of William Castle written by Joe Jordan and has been published by BearManor Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Biography & Autobiography categories.
William Castle was cinema’s Abominable Showman – the marketing genius who thought “outside the coffin” to dream up outrageous public relations gimmicks, such as PERCEPTO! and EMERGO! He was also the talented director of fifty-six feature films, from the Film Noir When Strangers Marry and the Whistler mysteries to Westerns, swashbucklers, and – his fearsome forte – celebrated shockers, such as House on Haunted Hill, Strait-Jacket, Homicidal, and The Tingler. Author Joe Jordan provides exhaustive scholarly analysis of each of Castle’s directorial efforts, as well as production background, little-known anecdotes, and succinct plot synopses. “Joe Jordan dissects the films of William Castle with delicious abandon, as if he wields the razor edge of Joan Crawford’s axe from Strait-Jacket. Like slicing tendons from marrow, he carves into the masterful showman’s work with surgical precision and pulls the mask from the myths. A genuine thriller from A-Z. Hardly a shadow misses his myopic scrutiny. Every page keeps you on the edge of your seat.” – David W. Menefee, Pulitzer nominated author of Wally: The True Wallace Reid Story. “Fills in the missing ‘Fright Break’ in every horror aficionado’s film library!” – Lucy Chase Williams, author of The Complete Films of Vincent Price.
Showmanship Hardback
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Author : Joe Jordan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-06-18
Showmanship Hardback written by Joe Jordan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-18 with Business & Economics categories.
This is the hardback edition. William Castle was cinema's Abominable Showman - the marketing genius who thought "outside the coffin" to dream up outrageous PR gimmicks like PERCEPTO! and EMERGO! He was also the talented director of 56 feature films, from the noir When Strangers Marry and the Whistler mysteries, to Westerns, swashbucklers and - his fearsome forte - celebrated shockers such as House on Haunted Hill, Strait-Jacket, Homicidal, The Tingler, and more! Author Joe Jordan provides exhaustive scholarly analysis of each of Castle's directorial efforts, as well as production background, little-known anecdotes, and succinct plot synopses. "Joe Jordan dissects the films of William Castle with delicious abandon, as if he wields the razor edge of Joan Crawford's axe from Strait-Jacket. Like slicing tendons from marrow, he carves into the masterful showman's work with surgical precision and pulls the mask from the myths. A genuine thriller from A-Z. Hardly a shadow misses his myopic scrutiny. Every page keeps you on the edge of your seat." - David W. Menefee, Pulitzer nominated author of Wally: The True Wallace Reid Story. "Fills in the missing 'Fright Break' in every horror aficionado's film library!" - Lucy Chase Williams, The Complete Films of Vincent Price.
Scare Tactic
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Author : John Law
language : en
Publisher: Writers Club Press
Release Date : 2000
Scare Tactic written by John Law and has been published by Writers Club Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In Scare Tactic, John W. Law artfully resurrects the intriguing life and outrageously splendid work of legendary horror film director, William Castle. Clearly written and thoroughly researched, Scare Tactic is the only book of its kind, delivering a complete biography of Castle - surveying not only the multiple influences on Castle’s career but also the importance of the man himself. Law’s fascination with Castle is contagious, but he cuts through the ballyhoo and showmanship to deliver the facts in an articulate and insightful manner. Anyone interested in the history of cinema, the horror movie genre, cult films, or the cinema of exploitation would do well to read Law’s study, since - in the tradition of P.T. Barnum - Castle is one of the most important showmen the American cinema has ever known.
2019 Winter Catalog Bearmanor Media
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Author : BearManor Media
language : en
Publisher: BearMarnor Media
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2019 Winter Catalog Bearmanor Media written by BearManor Media and has been published by BearMarnor Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
The NEW 2019 Winter Catalog from BearManor Media - showcasing new titles like: Son of Dracula, Alice (TV series), Robert Urich biography, Rondo Hatton biography, Gracie Fields biography, The MASH Trivia Book, Spike Milligan scripts, Michael Sloan (creator of The Equalizer) autobiography, Dawn Wells, Bela Lugosi, and many more. Over 1000 entertainment titles to choose from inside.
Planks Of Reason
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Author : Barry Keith Grant
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 2004
Planks Of Reason written by Barry Keith Grant and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Performing Arts categories.
The original edition of Planks of Reason was the first academic critical anthology on horror. In retrospect, it appeared as a kind of homage to the "golden age" of the American horror film, as this genre played an increasing role in film culture and American life. This revised edition retains the spirit of the original, but also offers new takes on rediscovered classics and recent developments in the genre.
Magic Time The Films And Scripts Of Billy Wilder
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Author : J. R. Jordan
language : en
Publisher: BearManor Media
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Magic Time The Films And Scripts Of Billy Wilder written by J. R. Jordan and has been published by BearManor Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Performing Arts categories.
“Historian J.R. Jordan takes us on a fascinating film-by-film journey behind the scenes into the genesis and creative process of one of Hollywood's greatest filmmakers, chronicling Billy Wilder's unique blend of cynicism, wit, and emotional depth that made his movies so memorable. As a researcher and fan, Jordan's concise summaries and thoughtful insights into Wilder's vision will inspire readers to rewatch his incredible body of work with even greater appreciation for the enduring legacy Wilder left behind.” —Jaime Paglia, TV writer/showrunner, and co-creator of Eureka “I want to live in Billy Wilder’s movies, forever, all of the time. J.R. Jordan’s terrific, loving book Magic Time allows me to carry them around with me wherever I go.” —Will Leitch, author of How Lucky and The Time Has Come "Detailed and insightful, especially on the writing and production of Wilder's finest films.” —Martin Keady, The Script Lab “Through loving analysis, behind-the-scenes context, and a painstaking look at Wilder's career-spanning motifs, Jordan gives us an engrossing ‘director's cut’ of one of cinema's greatest filmographies.” —Ian Simmons, Chicago Film Critics Association “J.R. Jordan puts before us a fascinating excursion into the life and career of one of Hollywood’s most versatile filmmakers. Jordan’s book also offers insight into the many luminaries who crossed Wilder’s path during his five decades of picture making. This is one of the best-written and thoroughly researched bios of a cinematic legend.” —Steve Randisi, Author of The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story About the Author: J.R. Jordan has been writing about motion pictures for several years. He is the author of Showmanship: The Cinema of William Castle and Robert Wise: The Motion Pictures.
Showman Of The Screen
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Author : A. T. McKenna
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Release Date : 2016-09-16
Showman Of The Screen written by A. T. McKenna and has been published by University Press of Kentucky this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-16 with Performing Arts categories.
Short, immaculately dressed, and shockingly foul-mouthed, Joseph E. Levine (1905--1987) was larger than life. He rose from poverty in Boston's West End to become one of postwar Hollywood's most prolific independent promoters, distributors, and producers. Alternately respected and reviled, this master of movie promotion was responsible for bringing films as varied as Godzilla: King of the Monsters! (1956), Hercules (1958), The Graduate (1967), The Lion in Winter (1968), and A Bridge Too Far (1977) to American audiences . In the first biography of this controversial pioneer, A. T. McKenna traces Levine's rise as an influential packager of popular culture. He explores the mogul's pivotal role in many significant industry innovations from the 1950s to the 1970s, examining his use of saturation release tactics and bombastic advertising campaigns. Levine was also a trailblazer in promoting European art house cinema in the 1960s. He made Federico Fellini's 81⁄2 (1963) a hit in America, feuded with Jean-Luc Godard over their production of Contempt (1963), and campaigned aggressively for Sophia Loren to become the first actress to win an Oscar for a foreign language performance for her role in Two Women (1960). Despite his significant accomplishments and prominent role in shaping film distribution and promotion in the post-studio era, Levine is largely overlooked today. McKenna's in-depth biography corrects misunderstandings and misinformation about this colorful figure, and offers a sober assessment of his contributions to world cinema. It also illuminates Levine's peculiar talent for movie- and self-promotion, as well as his extraordinary career in the motion picture business.
Inventing The Movies
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Author : Scott Kirsner
language : en
Publisher: Scott Kirsner
Release Date : 2008
Inventing The Movies written by Scott Kirsner and has been published by Scott Kirsner this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Business & Economics categories.
From Edison to the iPod, from the Warner Brothers to George Lucas, the story of how the movies became America's favorite form of escapist entertainment - and retained their hold on our imaginations for more than a century - is a story of innovators prevailing again and again over skeptics who prefer to preserve the status quo. Inventing the Movies unspools the never-before-told story of the innovators who shaped Hollywood: how a chance meeting at the Saratoga Race Track led to the end of black-and-white movies ... how Bing Crosby brought you the VCR ... how Walt Disney tamed television ... how a shotgun blast signaled the end of hand-made models and the beginning of digital special effects ... and how even the almighty Morgan Freeman had trouble persuading theater-owners that the Internet wasn't their mortal enemy. Inventing the Movies is an important read not just for fans of Hollywood's history, but for innovators trying to make change happen in any industry.
The A To Z Of Horror Cinema
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Author : Peter Hutchings
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 2009-09-02
The A To Z Of Horror Cinema written by Peter Hutchings and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-02 with Performing Arts categories.
Horror is one of the most enduring and controversial of all cinematic genres. Horror films range from the subtle and the poetic to the graphic and the gory but what links them all is their ability to frighten, disturb, shock, provoke, delight, irritate, amuse, and bemuse audiences. Horror's capacity to serve as an outlet to capture the changing patterns of our fears and anxieties has ensured not only its notoriety but also its long-term survival and its international popularity. Above all, however, it is the audience's continual desire to experience new frights and evermore-horrifying sights that continue to make films like The Exorcist, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Halloween, Night of the Living Dead, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Psycho, Ringu, and The Shining captivate viewers. The A to Z of Horror Cinema traces the development of horror cinema from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries. Entries cover all the major movie villains, including Frankenstein and his monster, the vampire, the werewolf, the mummy, the zombie, the ghost, and the serial killer; the film directors, producers, writers, actors, cinematographers, make-up artists, special effects technicians, and composers who have helped to shape horror history; significant production companies and the major films that have come to stand as milestones in the development of the horror genre; and the different national traditions in horror cinema as well as horror's most popular themes, formats, conventions, and cycles.
Hard To Watch The Films Of Steven Seagal
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Author : David C. Hayes
language : en
Publisher: BearManor Media
Release Date : 2022-10-02
Hard To Watch The Films Of Steven Seagal written by David C. Hayes and has been published by BearManor Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10-02 with Performing Arts categories.
Collected from across the nation, forty writers, film critics, academics, artists, filmmakers and editors tackle the complete film oeuvre of action star Steven Seagal. From the early days of Above the Law all the way to Beyond the Law, the nation’s martial arts laureate is examined in exacting detail, Some love him, some hate him, some simply wish to understand him and the rest don’t really have an opinion on him…but you won’t find any of those people in this volume. He stands as an American cultural icon, of sorts. Regardless, Steven Seagal is… Hard to Watch.