Description
Product ID: | 9780762474844 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | CN |
Title: | Danger on the Silver Screen |
Subtitle: | 50 Films Celebrating Cinema's Greatest Stunts |
Authors: | Author: Scott McGee |
Page Count: | 288 |
Subjects: | Film history, theory or criticism, Film theory & criticism, Film: styles and genres, Film: styles & genres |
Description: | An entertaining, action-packed addition to the TCM program that celebrates an essential, but often overlooked part of the film industry: stunts. Offering readers a unique perspective as well as history of the evolution of stunt work, and behind-the-scenes stories from the stunt professionals who risked life and limb to make the magic happen. Whether it''s an exhilarating car chase, comedic pratfall, intense fight scene, or a dramatic leap from the top of a building, there is something about watching a well-executed stunt that leaves audiences in awe. When you think of stunts and stunt professionals, the first thing that comes to mind might be the last action or adventure movies you watched, however, this craft is an essential part of filmmaking across all genres and eras. |
Imprint Name: | Running Press Adult |
Publisher Name: | Running Press,U.S. |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2022-04-21 |