Description
The creation of movie posters is as old as film itself. Initially, posters pointed to the theme of the promoted film: from adventure and romance to thrilling and chilling horrors. Then, with the rise of the phenomenon of movie stars, they began to sell primarily the Hollywood lifestyle. This book, filled with posters from various parts of the world and all periods of filmmaking, is a detailed history of one of the most fascinating advertising media. It includes chapters focused on poster creators, the evolution of styles, the influence of politics and ideology, and the role that commerce played in the development of the movie poster. It is a fun, educational, and captivating journey through cinematography, art, and commerce that draws millions of viewers to box offices. Compared to the original edition, the book also includes 16 new pages on the development of Czech and Slovak movie posters!
Information
Author: Smith Ian Haydn
Publication date: November 1, 2021
Manufacturer: Nakladatelství SLOVART s. r. o.
Genres: Theater and film, Posters, Books, Specialized and technical literature, Art and architecture, Stationery store
Type: Hardcover books
Pages: 304
ISBN/EAN: 9788075296252