Spartacus: The Illustrated Story Of The Motion Picture Production (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258521639)

Spartacus: The Illustrated Story of the Motion Picture Production is a book written by Stan Margulies that provides a comprehensive insight into the making of the epic 1960 movie, Spartacus. The book is filled with stunning illustrations and photographs that give readers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes action of the movie, from the casting of the actors to the final editing process. The book begins with a brief introduction to the historical background of Spartacus, the gladiator who led a slave revolt against the Roman Empire. It then delves into the making of the movie, which was directed by Stanley Kubrick and starred Kirk Douglas in the lead role. Margulies provides detailed accounts of the challenges faced by the cast and crew during the filming, including the difficulties of shooting in remote locations and the clashes between Kubrick and Douglas over creative decisions.The book also includes interviews with key members of the production team, such as screenwriter Dalton Trumbo and production designer Alexander Golitzen, who share their insights on the making of the movie. Margulies also explores the impact of Spartacus on the film industry, including its role in breaking the Hollywood blacklist and paving the way for other epic historical dramas.Overall, Spartacus: The Illustrated Story of the Motion Picture Production is a must-read for fans of the movie, as well as anyone interested in the art and craft of filmmaking. The book provides a fascinating look into the making of one of the most iconic movies of all time, and is a testament to the enduring legacy of Spartacus.Additional Photographers Are William Read Woodfield, Jack Geraghty And Dick Miller.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Stan Margulies
ISBN-10: 1258521636
ISBN-13: 9781258521639
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 11/02/2012
Pages: 42
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d