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What if Peter Pan grew up? In 1991, legendary director Steven Spielberg posed this question, and the answer became an awfully big adventure that would capture the hearts of a generation. Now, journey back to Neverland with an unprecedented, in-depth look at the making of the beloved fantasy classic, Hook. This definitive account chronicles the film's turbulent, decade-long flight to the screen, from its origins as a passion project to its realization as a blockbuster spectacle. Go Beyond the Pixie DustThrough meticulous research, this book unveils the monumental effort behind the movie magic. Inside, you'll discover: The story behind the inspired casting of Robin Williams as the lawyer who forgot he was Peter Pan. The theatrical genius of Dustin Hoffman's terrifying yet tragic Captain Hook. The search for the perfect Tinkerbell and the Lost Boys who would chant ""Bangarang!"" The creation of the sprawling pirate ships and the mechanics behind the incredible flying scenes. The colorful chaos of the famous imaginary food fight. A Timeless LegacyGain a new appreciation for the film's powerful themes-the battle between adulthood and eternal youth, the importance of happy thoughts, and the inescapable ticking of the crocodile clock. Explore how a film that once struggled to find its footing flew on to become a cherished cultural touchstone. For anyone who ever dreamed of sword fights and crowing at the moon, this is the ultimate tribute to the power of imagination and the enduring legacy of a childhood fantasy.

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