The x Files Fight the Future

Arts & Photography

Duncan, Jody

Photography & Video

Harper Prism

"We are close to something here, Scully. . . ." --Fox Mulder
The movie is The X-Files, the premiere feature-length film based on the groundbreaking dramatic television series from Chris Carter starring David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson. In this exclusive book, Jody Duncan takes you behind the camera, on location, and into the hearts and minds of the incomparable creator, cast, and crew whose dedication and hard work resulted in a multimillion dollar motion picture--from the preproduction to final cut and finished product--in just one year. 
<ul>
<li>How the movie came within ten minutes of not being made </li>
<li>The wizardry behind the film's more than 220 special effects </li>
<li>Behind the scenes with David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson </li>
<li> What "Blackwood" means </li>
<li>What it's like to work with a swarm of 300,000 bees </li>
<li>How the huge, complicated sets were created and filmed-from a snowy ice cap in April to the 115 degree heat of the California Desert in July </li>
<li> And much, much more! </li>
</ul>
 Whether you're an X-Phile or a film buff, The Making of the X-Files is you're exclusive pass to this extraordinary filmmaking achievement.

The Making of The X-Files Film

Humor & Entertainment

Movies

Harper Paperbacks

The movie is The X-Files, the premiere feature-length film based on the groundbreaking dramatic television series from Chris Carter starring David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson. In this exclusive book, Jody Duncan takes you behind the camera, on location, and into the hearts and minds of the incomparable creator, cast, and crew whose dedication and hard work resulted in a multimillion dollar motion picture--from the preproduction to final cut and finished product--in just one year. 
 The Making of The X-Files is a unique, moment-by-moment look at how the film was conceived, directed, designed, and acted from the men and women who made it happen. Here's everything you won't see on the big screen including: 
<ul>
<li>The wizardry behind the film's more than 220 special effects </li>
<li>Behind the scenes with David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson </li>
<li>What it's like to work with a swarm of 300,000 bees </li>
<li>How the huge, complicated sets were created and filmed-from a snowy ice cap in April to the 115 degree heat of the California Desert in July </li>
<li> And much, much more! </li>
</ul>

The Making of X-Files Film: Adapted for Young Readers

Children's Books

Arts, Music & Photography

HarperEntertainment

Congo promises to be the motion picture event of the year, and The Making of Congo captures all the action, adventure, and suspense that viewers will see brought to life on the screen. The film version of Michael Crichton's classic, bestselling novel will feature the most realistic creatures ever seen: the gorillas of Congo, including the mischievous and lovable Amy. Here is a behind-the-scenes, completely illustrated look at every phase of this monumental project, including: --The story of Congo, with insights from Michael Crichton on the screenplay he wrote with John Patrick Shanley --Production design--more than two hundred visuals from storyboards to set designs to photographs of the film in progress --The gorillas--how they were constructed and brought to life --Highlights of the production--from Day One to wrap, including first-hand accounts from the set --Exclusive interviews with director Frank Marshall, producer Kathleen Kennedy, creature wizard Stan Winston, and the stars of the movie --The secrets behind the stunning visual effects, explained by the artisans and technicians from Industrial Light &amp; Magic --And much more!

Making of Congo

Ballantine Books

In producing all the thrilling characters, action, and romance that infuse the Star Wars epic with life, George Lucas and a host of talented actors, special-effects wizards, set designers, and visionaries of every sort have created a myth of stunning imagination. The saga has entered a new and startling phase with Attack of the Clones—and this book is the ultimate backstage pass to the making of this highly anticipated film. Filled with revealing observations from the myth-makers themselves, and featuring hundreds of exclusive, never-before-seen color photographs from the Lucasfilm archives, this extraordinary volume begins before a single frame was shot. From scouting locations to casting decisions, the pre-production drama is brought to life. Then author, Jody Duncan, takes you through the complete filmmaking process, following the story—scene by scene—and reveals the secrets and the marvelous anecdotes that lie behind the movie magic. Inside you will find: • Candid insights from stars Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayden Christensen, Christopher Lee, and Jimmy Smits—as well as from the man behind the phenomenon—George Lucas • The secrets of the set designs, including the new planets of Kamino and Geonosis, explaining how the concept paintings and sketches led to three-dimensional models and elaborate constructs on the vast sound stages in Australia • The character developments that allowed the actors to bring new depth and drama to Anakin Skywalker, Padmé Amidala, Mace Windu, and Yoda • The introduction of terrific new characters, including Senator Bail Organa, bounty hunters Jango Fett and Zam Wesell, Queen Jamillia, and Taun We • Accounts of new digital wizardry and dazzling special-effects by Industrial Light &amp; Magic, from the airspeeder chase to the climactic clone battle • Insights from producer Rick McCallum, editor Ben Burtt, and a full team of creative talent, from costumemakers to sound technicians to lighting designers • The story behind scenes that were cut from the final film—and the challenges of shooting an entire movie, for the first time in history, on high-definition digital videotape The only total-access look at the making of Star Wars: Episode II—Attack of the Clones—Myth Makers is a rare chance to watch creativity spring to life in George Lucas’s monumental saga of good versus evil.

Mythmaking: Behind the Scenes of Star Wars: Episode 2: Attack of the Clones

LucasBooks

In producing all the thrilling characters, action, and romance that infuse the Star Wars epic with life, George Lucas and a host of talented actors, special-effects wizards, set designers, and visionaries of every sort have created a myth of stunning imagination. The saga has entered a new and startling phase with Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones—and this book is the ultimate backstage pass to the making of this highly anticipated film. Filled with revealing observations from the myth-makers themselves, and featuring hundreds of exclusive, never-before-seen color photographs from the Lucasfilm archives, this extraordinary volume takes you through the complete filmmaking process, following the story—scene by scene—and reveals the secrets and the marvelous anecdotes that lie behind the movie magic. Inside you will find: • Candid insights from stars Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayden Christensen, Christopher Lee, and Jimmy Smits—as well as from the man behind the phenomenon—George Lucas • The secrets of the set designs, including the new planets of Kamino and Geonosis, explaining how the concept paintings and sketches led to three dimensional models and elaborate constructs on the vast sound stages in Australia • The introduction of terrific new characters, including Senator Bail Organa, bounty hunters Jango Fett and Zam Wesell, Queen Jamillia, and Taun We • Accounts of new digital wizardry and dazzling special-effects by Industrial Light &amp; Magic, from the airspeeder chase to the climactic clone battle • Insights from producer Rick McCallum, editor Ben Burtt, and a full team of creative talent, from costumemakers to sound technicians to lighting designers • The story behind scenes that were cut from the final film—and the challenges of shooting an entire movie, for the first time in history, on high-definition digital videotape The only total-access look at the making of Star Wars: Episode II—Attack of the Clones—Myth Makers is a rare chance to watch creativity spring to life in George Lucas’s monumental saga of good versus evil.

"The Flintstones": the Official Movie Book

Hamlyn

The Flintstones (The Official Movie Handbook), 1994, Jody Duncan. Hardcover with 95 pages. Lots of movie clip photographs throughout. .

The Flintstones: the Official Movie Book

Modern Publishing

A scrapbook of the making of Universal Pictures' Dragonheart--the most elaborate fantasy film ever made, starring Sean Connery--includes full-color photographs, sketches, and interviews with special effects artists. Original. Movie tie-in.

The Making of Dragonheart

Berkley Trade

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The x Files Fight the Future

The Making of The X-Files Film

The Making of X-Files Film: Adapted for Young Readers

Making of Congo

Mythmaking: Behind the Scenes of Star Wars: Episode 2: Attack of the Clones

Mythmaking: Behind the Scenes of Star Wars: Episode 2: Attack of the Clones

"The Flintstones": the Official Movie Book

The Flintstones: the Official Movie Book

The Making of Dragonheart

Making Of Dragonhe10c