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OverviewThe greatest movies endure for many reasons: they give us comfort, laughter, drama and suspense. They thrill us with their powerful storytelling and bring us fabulous characters that linger on in the imagination. And then, of course, they showcase the astonishing skill of the moviemaker. The Little Book About Movies is a celebration of filmmaking and the power of cinema to challenge, inspire and change us. Inside you'll find fabulous quotes from some of the world's best filmmakers and actors, as well as stirring lines from some of the finest movies ever made. Whether you're hoping to revisit some of cinema's greatest moments or looking for fresh viewing inspiration, this little volume is the perfect treat for any movie lover. SAMPLE QUOTES: 'Hollywood is great. I also think it's stupid and small-minded and shortsighted' - David Fincher 'When I went to Hollywood, I had to work out in a gym. The idea was that I should look like Daniel Craig, though they hadn't even heard of him at that point' - Roger Moore 'Acting is about acting, not about being a movie star' - Christian Bale 'Adding sound to movies would be like putting lipstick on the Venus de Milo' - Mary Pickford Full Product DetailsAuthor: Orange Hippo! , Orange Hippo!Publisher: Headline Publishing Group Imprint: OH Dimensions: Width: 13.80cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 11.20cm Weight: 0.235kg ISBN: 9781800693265ISBN 10: 1800693265 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 15 September 2022 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsA Ribbon of a Dream: On Cinema - An Electrical Thing: On Moviemaking - That Kind of Work: On Actors, Acting and Golden Statues - Putting Lipstick on the Venus de Milo: What the Stars Have Said... Really! - A Town, Not a Medium: On Hollywood - After All, Tomorrow is Another Day!: The Most Iconic LinesReviewsAuthor InformationOrange Hippo! is an imprint of Welbeck Publishing Group. Our list features innovative, quirky books and non-book products that reflect style, popular culture and current trends. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |