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OverviewThe definitive guide to classic films from one of America's most trusted film critics From the author of the bestselling annual Movie Guide comes this ultimate guide for fans of classic films both familiar and obscure. The Classic Movie Guide covers thousands of films, from the silent era to the 1960s, including The Birth of a Nation, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, Grand Illusion, and The Maltese Falcon (all three versions- 1931, 1936, and 1941), Singin' in the Rain, and Godzilla, King of the Monsters! With entries spanning across the decades, this comprehensive guide has expanded star and director indexes, and capsule reviews of obscure and forgotten-the sort that turn up on Turner Classic Movies in the wee hours of the morning. This is the perfect companion for anyone who loves the thrill of discovering vintage movies on DVD or cable. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Leonard Maltin , Spencer Green , Rob Edelman , Michael ScheinfeldPublisher: Penguin Putnam Inc Imprint: Plume Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 16.40cm , Height: 4.40cm , Length: 20.40cm Weight: 0.610kg ISBN: 9780452295773ISBN 10: 0452295777 Pages: 704 Publication Date: 27 January 2010 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsIndispensable. -- Los Angeles Times <br> Head and shoulders above the rest. -- The New York Times <br> Maltin's Film Guide...belongs next to every TV and VCR in every home. - - USA Today <br> The single most important reference book in every American home. -- Esquire A must-have for movie buffs, but also a standard reference for industry insiders. Clare Swanson, Publisher's Weekly Indispensable. Los Angeles Times Head and shoulders above the rest. The New York Times Belongs next to every TV in every home. USA Today The single most important reference book in every American home. Esquire Indispensable. -- Los Angeles Times <br><br> Head and shoulders above the rest. -- The New York Times <br><br> Maltin's Film Guide...belongs next to every TV and VCR in every home. - - USA Today <br><br> The single most important reference book in every American home. -- Esquire <br><br> Author InformationLeonard Maltinis an American film critic and historian. His many books includeOf Mice and Magic- A History of American Animated Cartoons,Leonard Maltin's 151 Best Movies You've Never See, and Leonard Maltin's Movie Guide. He lives in Los Angeles, California. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |