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Demdike@Cult Labs 1st November 2019 04:42 PM

There don't seem to be any new movie books coming out for this Christmas.

The movie art of Graham Humphreys looks okay but there are only 176 or so pages.

Has anyone got that Lost Harryhausen book? Is that any good?

Any recommendations?

Justin101 1st November 2019 05:35 PM

I'm in the market for suggestions too :) Since we're mid buying an apartment and have foolishly also booked a holiday to Japan in the 2nd week of January we decided to just get each other one Christmas gift each so I think I'd like a nice book related to cult and/or horror.

Demoncrat 1st November 2019 09:03 PM

Well I don't know if this will help but I've always found the two John Waters tomes Shock Value & Crackpot to be fun reads. The former being more or less a rundown of his filmography whilst the latter is a collection of pieces relating to his obsessions. Cough.

Justin101 1st November 2019 09:28 PM

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Well I don't know if this will help but I've always found the two John Waters tomes Shock Value & Crackpot to be fun reads. The former being more or less a rundown of his filmography whilst the latter is a collection of pieces relating to his obsessions. Cough.



There is a new John Waters book as well which is already on my wish list with amazon. It’s called Indecent Exposure and is the tie in book for his exhibition in America.

Rob4 4th November 2019 08:51 PM

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Anyone need another reference book for 1930s horror?

Rob4 4th November 2019 08:56 PM

New edition of Stephen Thrower's Murderous Passions.

https://strangeattractor.greedbag.co...s-new-edition/

Dave Boy 13th December 2019 06:17 PM

Another Do not open until Christmas Day.

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Craig Miller was the original Director of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm, working on "Star Wars" and "The Empire Strikes Back". As part of that, he was a publicist, a writer, an editor, and a producer. He wrote press material and articles, created and ran the Official Star Wars Fan Club, oversaw a staff who opened and responded to the seeming tons of fan mail the films received, worked with licensees, created a telephone publicity stunt that accidentally shut down the state of Illinois’ phone system, was the producer on projects ranging from episodes of "Sesame Street" to commercials for Underoos (“underwear that’s fun to wear”), operated R2-D2, and spent weeks hanging out on the set of "The Empire Strikes Back".
In the words of Gary Kurtz, producer of "Star Wars" and "The Empire Strikes Back", “’Star Wars Memories’ gives a look at the original Star Wars films and Lucasfilm from Craig Miller’s unique perspective. This isn’t another ‘making of’ book with the same stories and information that have appeared in other books and countless magazine articles. It’s a book of stories you haven’t heard before; an insider’s look from someone who, himself, is a fan and found the whole experience joyful and exciting. These stories are told in a way that brings you in and makes you feel like you were there.”

Demdike@Cult Labs 13th December 2019 06:57 PM

Have you got the Anthony Daniels book, Dave?

If so have you read it and is it any good?

Dave Boy 13th December 2019 08:01 PM

Not got that one yet Dem. That's on my list with a few others.

Demdike@Cult Labs 13th December 2019 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave Boy (Post 616996)
Not got that one yet Dem. That's on my list with a few others.

It's currently in Asda's 2 for £14 offer on books, cd and dvd.

Dave Boy 13th December 2019 08:22 PM

Okay, thanks Dem.

Demdike@Cult Labs 27th December 2019 03:40 PM

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The book Harryhausen - The Lost Movies which i received for Christmas is a gem if you are interested in Ray's films.

This deals with films that never got made or sequences from films that were made but had ideas and plot points removed or in some cases films Ray decided to turn down after coming up with concepts.

It's an easy but informed read and lavishly illustrated and is a superb companion piece to the other Harryhausen coffee table books i own - The Art of Ray Harryhausen and An Animated Life.

Demdike@Cult Labs 27th December 2019 06:02 PM

The book has a specially commissioned Graham Humphreys poster for an unmade Harryhausen version of War of the Worlds from 1949.

It's really stunning. I'm not going to post a pic of it though. Keep it as a surprise treat should anyone wish to purchase the book.

Dave Boy 10th February 2020 01:41 PM

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For the first time, Oscar-winning production designer and director Roger Christian reveals his life story, from his earliest work in the British film industry to his breakthrough contributions on such iconic science fiction masterpieces as Star Wars, Alien and his own cult classic Black Angel. This candid biography delves into his relationships with legendary figures, as well as the secrets of his greatest work. The man who built the lightsaber finally speaks!

Dave Boy 29th February 2020 11:28 AM

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The untold stories of the British talent behind the biggest movie of all time…In the sweltering heat wave of 1976, the filming of Star Wars was underway at Elstree Studios in North London. No one who was working on the movie could have imagined just how successful the film and franchise would be…‘The Galaxy Britain Built’ has tracked down the most modest of British talent who brought the galaxy to life. In this book they reveal the secrets behind the creation of some of the most famous costumes, props and sets in movie history.

Dave Boy 16th March 2020 06:28 PM

On the way..

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Dave Boy 21st April 2020 08:10 AM

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No matter what anyone thinks of the finished movie, this book is rammed with awesome concept art and also visuals of a film which could have been completely different.

bleakshaun 8th May 2020 03:53 PM

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Didn't know whether to put this in this thread or the extreme metal thread considering who it's being written by.
Niklas Kvarforth is releasing a horror book later this year
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Rob4 12th May 2020 06:09 PM

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Really interested to hear what you think of this one Dave as I've been considering getting it myself

Dave Boy 12th May 2020 10:19 PM

For me, I thought it was a good read. A very thick book detailing all the AIP releases and double bills and what was going on behind the scenes. The advertising speeches they made, Nicholson's marriage to Susan Hart etc.. It is not a review or making of book. It is a history of AIP told through publicity news and pressbook material and is really a reference book with a handful of black and white pictures and with some quotes from actors and behind the scenes people.

Inspector Abberline 13th May 2020 10:20 AM

Monty grind
 
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A couple of recent book orders,proper books mind you, made of paper and shit,none of this kindle bollocks ,I'm ain't no skinny jean wearing bearded nonce in flip flops...I'm old skool.

Susan Foreman 13th May 2020 10:43 AM

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I'm ain't no skinny jean wearing bearded nonce in flip flops...I'm old skool.

And a reet 'ard, fag smoking, Boddies drinker wiv it, I'd wager!

Demdike@Cult Labs 13th May 2020 10:52 AM

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A couple of recent book orders,proper books mind you, made of paper and shit,none of this kindle bollocks

I like the cut of your jib, young fella me lad.

I read and look at books to get away from f*cking screens.

Demdike@Cult Labs 13th May 2020 11:36 AM

Has anyone got this?


Do you recommend it?

I've always put off buying it because it's a paperback.

Dave Boy 13th May 2020 11:53 AM

Not got that yet but it is on my list. I have had it in my hands though and had a flick through. Looked awesome.
I was also thinking of getting this one..

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Demdike@Cult Labs 13th May 2020 11:55 AM

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Not got that yet but it is on my list. I have had it in my hands though and had a flick through. Looked awesome.
I was also thinking of getting this one..

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I was looking at that too. Love the cover art. And it's a hardback. :woot:

Demdike@Cult Labs 18th May 2020 06:09 PM

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Arrived today.


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Inspector Abberline 25th May 2020 09:47 AM

Hung, Drawn and Executed
 
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Hung, Drawn and Executed.
I've ordered this,I'm assuming this is a no brainer,and a must purchase.

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Rik 27th May 2020 05:52 PM

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Amazon just delivered this awesome Ghostbusters art book, I’ve had a quick flick through it and it’s jam packed with amazing art based on the film done by loads of different artists, highly recommended for fans of the film :nod:

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Also, the company that produced it (not published) is the same one that have invited me to submit some original art for a couple of other books they have lined up :)

Demdike@Cult Labs 9th June 2020 12:43 PM

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This arrived today. A history of the movie star sleaze and scandals at Hollywood's infamous Chateau Marmont hotel.


Dave Boy 3rd July 2020 10:59 AM

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Picked up today from The Works. £5 :thumb:

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Demdike@Cult Labs 7th July 2020 03:02 PM

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Arrived from Amazon.

I also got the Humphreys art book but that's not in my possession as it's being saved by a family member as a Christmas gift.

Demdike@Cult Labs 11th July 2020 01:16 PM

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I haven't read Jaws since i was in my teens so was delighted to see it was still in print and picked up a copy from Amazon.


Demdike@Cult Labs 13th July 2020 12:42 PM

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Just arrived. A gorgeous coffee table book.


Justin101 13th July 2020 02:30 PM

I imagine that Mae West dominates a big chunk of that book :) I watched a doc about her the other week and I was very surprised to learn she was already 40 before she starred in her first feature, she looked a whole lot younger!

Demdike@Cult Labs 13th July 2020 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Justin101 (Post 630260)
I imagine that Mae West dominates a big chunk of that book :) I watched a doc about her the other week and I was very surprised to learn she was already 40 before she starred in her first feature, she looked a whole lot younger!

I haven't actually looked through it all yet. Personally i'm hoping for loads on Jean Harlow (the cover star along with Clark Gable in Red Dust)

I did notice a section on The Public Enemy.

Inspector Abberline 17th July 2020 02:51 PM

The Golden Age of Science Fiction: A Journey into Space with 1950s Radio, TV, Films,
 
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Just ordered this looks quite interesting.,...

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Inspector Abberline 22nd July 2020 03:12 PM

Greasepaint and Gore: The Hammer Monsters of Roy Ashton
 
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Greasepaint and Gore: The Hammer Monsters of Roy Ashton

Just ordered this,at a 168 pages it's no more than a glorified magazine,but for 5.85 inc p+p,it's no brainer,and it is Roy Ashton...

Demdike@Cult Labs 22nd July 2020 03:23 PM

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Greasepaint and Gore: The Hammer Monsters of Roy Ashton

Just ordered this,at a 168 pages it's no more than a glorified magazine,but for 5.85 inc p+p,it's no brainer,and it is Roy Ashton...

Ordered.

Thank you for posting, Inspector. :thankingyou:

The mags i buy cost more than this book so glorified magazine or not it's a bargain.


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