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Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film
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Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film Hardback - 2011

by Ian Nathan

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For over thirty years, audiences have been simultaneously captivated and appalled as the spaceship Nostromo is invaded and its crew stalked by a terrifying parasitic creature. From the gore of the infant alien bursting from Kane's chest to the mounting claustrophobia as Ripley discovers the monster has followed her into the escape shuttle, Alien is a chilling masterpiece.

Now, Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film opens a portal into the making of this legendary film, tracing its path from embryonic concept to fully fledged box office phenomenon.

Featured herein are director Ridley Scott's own annotated storyboards, Polaroids and script pages; the elegant but disturbing concept artwork of H.R. Giger; sketches and construction blueprints for the Nostromo; costume designs by Moebius; a treasure trove of never-before-seen photographs of the cast and crew; and ten meticulously reproduced artifacts, enclosed in vellum envelopes, for readers to remove and examine more closely.

Fully authorized and illustrated throughout, Alien Vault is the ultimate tribute to a movie that changed cinema forever.

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  • Title Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film
  • Author Ian Nathan
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition First
  • Pages 176
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Voyageur Press (MN), N.P.
  • Publication date 2011-09
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780760341124 / 0760341125
  • Weight 3.05 lbs (1.38 kg)
  • Dimensions 10 x 9 x 1.38 in (25.40 x 22.86 x 3.51 cm)
  • Category Pop Arts / Pop Culture
  • Library of Congress subjects Human-alien encounters, Motion pictures - Production and direction
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2011276596
  • Dewey Decimal Code 791.437

About the author

Ian Nathan is a film critic, author, producer, broadcaster and journalist based in London. Previously the executive editor of Empire, the world's leading film magazine, Ian has regularly contributed to books, newspapers such as the London Times and Independent and various magazines. He is the author of the Alien Vault, Tim Burton and Terminator Vault for Aurum Press.

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Voyageur Press, 2011. Hardcover. New/New. Author: Ian NathanPublisher: Voyageur PressBinding: HardcoverISBN: 9780760341124Release Date: 2011Number Of Pages: 176Details: Dive into the fascinating world of one of cinema's most iconic films with this comprehensive exploration of its creation. This edition offers an in-depth look at the evolution of 'Alien,' showcasing the visionary work of director Ridley Scott and the creative minds behind its haunting visuals. Readers will uncover rare insights through annotated storyboards, original script pages, and stunning concept art by H.R. Giger, bringing to life the intense atmosphere and groundbreaking design that defined the film. The book also includes exclusive photographs and artifacts, allowing fans and scholars alike to appreciate the meticulous craft behind the scenes.Ideal for film studies students, aspiring directors, and enthusiasts of science fiction cinema, this volume not only chronicles the making of the film but also explores… Read more
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Alien vault

by Ian Nathan

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  • Hardback
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Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780760341124 / 0760341125
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Description:
Voyageur Press, 2011. Hardcover. New/New. Author: Ian NathanPublisher: Voyageur PressBinding: HardcoverISBN: 9780760341124Release Date: 2011Number Of Pages: 176Details: Dive into the fascinating world of one of cinema's most iconic films with this comprehensive exploration of its creation. This edition offers an in-depth look at the evolution of 'Alien,' showcasing the visionary work of director Ridley Scott and the creative minds behind its haunting visuals. Readers will uncover rare insights through annotated storyboards, original script pages, and stunning concept art by H.R. Giger, bringing to life the intense atmosphere and groundbreaking design that defined the film. The book also includes exclusive photographs and artifacts, allowing fans and scholars alike to appreciate the meticulous craft behind the scenes.Ideal for film studies students, aspiring directors, and enthusiasts of science fiction cinema, this volume not only chronicles the making of the film but also explores… Read more
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NZ$344.67
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