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PublisherWhite Lion Publishing Company

ISBN-100711277125

ISBN-139780711277120

eBay Product ID (ePID)18057249942

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Book TitleChristopher Nolan : the Iconic Filmmaker and His Work

Number of Pages176 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2022

TopicFilm / Direction & Production, Film / Genres / Science Fiction & Fantasy, Film & Video

IllustratorYes

GenreArt, Performing Arts

AuthorIan Nathan

Book SeriesIconic Filmmakers Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.2 in

Item Weight39.9 Oz

Item Length10.1 in

Item Width8.8 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

Dewey Edition23

ReviewsWhite Lion Publishing and author Ian Nathan have put something special together with this new (oversized) book all about Christopher Nolan. It seeks to understand exactly how the filmmaker has found success and the unique storytelling process he uses. From thorough breakdowns of each of Nolan's films and insights into how they were made, this would be an ideal gift for any movie-lover., "...a highly informative and insightful read into the mind of one of the most definitive mind-bending directors in cinema. It is a gloriously packaged presentation that journeys you through the filmmakers historic trajectory with poignant anecdotes, quotations and in-depth behind-the-scenes knowledge to create a fully formed comprehensive picture of the man, his cinematic style and how the works interconnect thematically as it progresses."-- The Reel Vision, "White Lion Publishing and author Ian Nathan have put something special together with this new (oversized) book all about Christopher Nolan. It seeks to understand exactly how the filmmaker has found success and the unique storytelling process he uses. From thorough breakdowns of each of Nolan's films and insights into how they were made, this would be an ideal gift for any movie-lover."-- Cinelinx.com

Dewey Decimal791.430233092

Table Of ContentCHAPTERS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1. THE HYBRID KID The early days and Following (1998) SIDBAR: Micro-Nolan - the significance of Christopher Nolan's short films: Tarantella, Larceny, Doodlebug, and Quay 2. THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASSMemento (2000) & Insomnia (2002) 3. ORIGIN OF THE SPECIESBatman Begins (2005) SIDEBAR: If You Build It - from Gotham City to the HMS Basilisk, ten great sets designed and built for the man who refuses to use CGI. 4. SLEIGHT OF HANDThe Prestige (2006) 5. WHY SO SERIOUS?The Dark Knight (2008) 6. HEAD SPINNINGInception (2010) SIDEBAR: Inception Decoded - what (might) really be going on beneath the surface of Nolan's most interesting film, and fan obsessions with his cryptic ideas. 7. GOODBYE TO GOTHAMThe Dark Knight Rises (2012) 8. THE FIFTH DIMENSIONInterstellar (2014) SIDEBAR: Science as Fiction - Nolan's fascination and use of real physics in his movies. 9. ON THE BEACHDunkirk (2017) 10. THE FUTURE IS NOWTenet (2020) & Oppenheimer (2023) FIILMOGRAPHY & CREDITS

SynopsisAn engaging and in-depth examination of the work of Christopher Nolan, one of the most revered directors working in modern cinema. Best known for his cerebral, often nonlinear, storytelling, over the course of 15 years of filmmaking, Nolan has gone from low-budget independent films to working on some of the biggest blockbusters ever made., An engaging and in-depth examination of the work of Christopher Nolan, one of the most revered directors working in modern cinema. Best known for his cerebral, often nonlinear, storytelling, over the course of 15 years of filmmaking, Nolan has gone from low-budget independent films to working on some of the biggest blockbusters ever made. 'What is the most resilient parasite? Bacteria? A virus? An intestinal worm? An idea. Resilient...highly contagious. Once an idea has taken hold of the brain it's almost impossible to eradicate.' - Cobb, Inception How has Nolan become this leading director? Is he the new Kubrick? What do audiences get out of his games? Visually, he offers a steely science-fiction noir with the highlights of big stars and a magician's flourishes, whether he is tackling Victorian London or the far reaches of outer space. In narrative terms, his films twist and turn, provoking as many questions as they answer. This book will look to crack open the magic box of Nolan's twisting universe. As a character, he eludes easy answers. Veteran film author Ian Nathan's research will lean into deciphering his cryptic pronouncements and motivations alongside the history and making of his films. Examining both the making of and the inspiration behind his many, many hit films, from The Prestige (2006) to the hugely successful Batman films, through to his mind-bending science fiction works such as Inception (2014) and Tenet (2020). Filled with fascinating insights and illustrated throughout with cinematography from his visually stunning oeuvre, this book offers a unique, important and unmissable insight into the mind of this most brilliant of directors.

LC Classification NumberPN1998.3