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Behind the Shoulder Pads: Tales I Tell My Friends
by Joan Collins&“I&’ve had many amazing adventures in my life. Some stories, though, I have only ever shared with my friends.… Until now!&”Dame Joan Collins has always believed that one should retain some mystery in life and hide a knowing smile behind one&’s shoulder pads. In her new book, she returns in dazzling form to share her most memorable moments from her eclectic and vibrant life—in and out of the limelight. Behind the Shoulder Pads will take you on a spectacular journey from her early years as a young star in Hollywood to stamping her stilettos in Dynasty; from the glittering heights of Saint-Tropez to the busy Oscars seasons in LA over the years. Joan writes movingly about her adventures with and grief for her sister, Jackie, delves deeper into the ups and downs of love and relationships, and discusses her happiness with husband Percy. Filled with a cast of household names and Hollywood icons, Behind the Shoulder Pads is a spectacularly entertaining tour de force bound to delight and shock in equal measures. Hilarious, intimate, and completely spellbinding, Joan invites you into her life like never before, sharing the stories she only tells her closest friends.
My Music, My Life
by Ravi ShankarWith stunning new photographs and a new final chapter detailing Ravi Shankar&’s hope for the preservation of Indian classical music, this updated edition of My Music, My Life profiles an extraordinary man. In his own words, Shankar describes his transformation from a young traveling dancer to a Grammy Award-winning, internationally known musician. An autobiography, a history of Indian classical music, and a manual on how to play the sitar, this book is about music as a both a lifestyle and an art. It embodies Ravi Shankar&’s unique approach to his craft.
Triggers: A Life In Music
by Glen MatlockThe life and career of Sex Pistols legend Glen Matlock through the lens of thirty of his most formative songs: a one-of-a-kind insight into the ultimate icons of punk.Courting controversy wherever they went, the Sex Pistols embraced shock value and pushed boundaries, generating headlines and public outrage. Sharing insider tales of the Sex Pistols' earliest gigs and stormiest reunions, as well as their most idiosyncratic inter-band dynamics, Glen Matlock tells his story through the impact 30 songs made in his life, including how &“Starman&” by David Bowie reminded him of his love for Anthony Newley or &“Three Button Hand Me Down&” by The Faces spoke to his hardscrabble early life in London. Matlock&’s story is the pioneering story of punk rock yet, having performed and recorded with so many musical luminaries over the decades, Glen also reflects on his time with the likes of Iggy Pop, David Bowie, the Faces, Blondie, Primal Scream, and many more.
Eddie Cochran: The Lost Treasures of a Rock 'n' Roll Legend
by Lee BullmanIn the golden era of rock 'n' roll, there was one name who rivaled Elvis Presley, both in style and talent: Eddie Cochran. In his short 21 years, Eddie Cochran changed the face of music forever—despite his life being cut tragically cut short when he died in a car crash on his 1960 tour of England. Born in a small town in Minnesota to humble beginnings, Eddie unleashed a wave of raw talent and energy that defied the norms of the era, becoming a trailblazer of the rockabilly sound and look. His smash hits &“Summertime Blues,&” &“C&’mon Everybody,&” and &“Three Steps to Heaven&” are still entertaining audiences and being covered by musicians today, some sixty years after they were first recorded. Cochran&’s guitar style and songwriting not only landed him in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, it has influenced nearly every major rock &‘n&’ roll musician, from Paul McCartney and Marc Bolan, to Bruce Springsteen and Joan Jett. Eddie Cochran: In Person! not only details the life and career of a rock 'n' roll icon, it tells the extraordinary story of how a collector came into possession of the contents of Eddie&’s childhood bedroom, which had remained undisturbed and unseen by anyone outside of the Cochran family since his death. Cochran&’s fascinating story, lavishly illustrated with personal mementos, scrapbooks, and even a mockup of his never-released second album, all thought lost for more than sixty years, as well as exquisite performance and portrait photography, paints a picture of what it was like to be a rock &‘n&’ roll superstar on a meteoric rise. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN COLLECTOR&’S PIECES: All the images and ephemera collected in this book are being published for the first time. ONE OF A KIND: Eddie Cochran: In Person! is the first photographic biography to chronicle the life and times of Eddie Cochran, immortalizing the artist in stunning high-resolution photos and ephemera. BEST-SELLING AUTHOR Lee Bullman (Blowback, Twenty Sixteen) provides expert insight into the life and times of Eddie Cochran, giving an intimate glimpse into the man behind the music.
David Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire
by Kevin CumminsDavid Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire includes some of the best images of Bowie ever taken, the majority of which have never been published until now. A then 19-year old photography student from Manchester, Kevin Cummins, who photographed Bowie as Ziggy Stardust in 1973, caught the singer's attention with his impressive images that soon became iconic. Bowie allowed him personal access and they made history together, spanning four decades. The photographs capture the amazing metamorphosis of Bowie through his various personas such as Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane, and The Thin White Duke. This collection illuminates the singer's brilliance, creativity, and personality, capturing him in rare and intimate moments. David Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire is a remarkable opportunity to see Bowie's contribution to music, fashion, and culture, making it a keepsake for fans everywhere. Kevin Cummins went on to photograph some of the best acts in the U.K. music scene and has had photos displayed in museums, on many album covers, and on book jackets. AN INTIMATE LOOK AT DAVID BOWIE: A special photographic journey capturing the iconic singer on stage, outside, and in more quiet, personal moments. 200 PHOTOS, SOME NEVER BEFORE SEEN: Kevin Cummins' incomparable collection of images shows Bowie and his alter egos in exciting ways. PERFECT GIFT FOR MUSIC FANS: Just in time for the holidays, a great gift for the music lover and a wonderful package to behold. BEHIND THE SCENES STORIES: Photographer Kevin Cummins shares moments from his time with Bowie, including the photo of Bowie that launched Kevin's career at just 19 years old.
The Beatles By Terry O'Neill: The Definitive Collection
by Terry O'NeillCelebrate the 60th anniversary of Please Please Me, the Beatles&’ first studio album, with rare and never-before-seen photographs of the Fab Four by legendary British photographer Terry O&’Neill from their early days in Liverpool through their prolific solo careers. This one-of-a-kind book also features exclusive interviews and profiles of the band, as well as commentary from O&’Neill and notes and annotations from renowned art curator Terrence Pepper. The Beatles By Terry O'Neill includes hundreds of gorgeous photographs—many of them previously thought to be lost or never before seen—from their earliest recording sessions and backstage shots to portraits of the Fab Four at the height of Beatlemania. In addition, candid shots of their post-Beatles lives throughout the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s give an insider&’s view into their personal lives. Whether feeling like you&’re backstage at one of their first stadium concerts to being a guest of Paul playing piano at Ringo&’s wedding or part of the photography team from a 1991 portrait session with George Harrison, this collection of spectacular photography is a treasure trove for any Beatles fan. DEFINITIVE COLLECTION: This photography collection chronicles the Beatles from their early days as local artists playing at bars in Liverpool to international superstars. NEVER BEFORE SEEN IMAGES: Includes hundreds of never-before-seen images of the Fab Four on and off the stage, from candid snapshots to portrait stills. EXCLUSIVE ACCESS: Renowned photographer Terry O&’Neill had unprecedented access to The Beatles, as one of their favorite photographers and friend. CELEBRATE THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY of the Beatles&’ first album, Please Please Me, which was documented and photographed by Terry O&’Neill. GO BEHIND THE PHOTOS: The collection includes Terry O&’Neill&’s notes and annotations that tell the stories behind the photos MASTER PHOTOGRAPHER: From presidents to pop stars, Terry O&’Neill has photographed the front line of fame for more than six decades, and is one of the most important figures in the world of celebrity photography. His work is among the most sought-after and collected and has been the subject of several books and museum exhibitions all over the world.
The Costumes of Downton Abbey
by Emma MarriottAn inside look at the intricate costuming of the popular PBS series, including character costume choices and the historic fashion trends characteristic of the aristocracy during the Edwardian era. Appealing to Anglophiles, costume and sewing aficionados, and fans of the hit series, The Costumes of Downton Abbey presents—with comprehensive historical detail and beautiful imagery—the design decisions and wardrobe intricacies that shaped the glamour and elegance of the characters of Downton Abbey. Featuring the fashion of both upstairs and downstairs cast members, this title explores the unique daytime, evening, special occasion, and wedding wardrobes that led to a 2011 Emmy and several Emmy nominations for Outstanding Costumes for a Series. Detailed photographs, fan-favorite stills from the television series, and designer notes and insights make this a delightful and inLayoutive guide to the role costumes played in the character portrayal, story development, and art direction of the series.
The Official Emily in Paris Cocktail Book: Glamorous Mixed Drinks for Any Time of Day
by Weldon OwenSip your way through Paris with 50+ recipes for drinks, from classic cocktails to contemporary non-alcoholic refreshers. Enjoy a taste of Emily&’s glamorous life with favorites such as the Sancerre Breakfast Wine Cocktail and the Champagne Spray. Stir up classic French staples such as the French 75 and the Boulevardier, or imbibe with new nonalcoholic twists on old favorites. Featuring lavish photos from the show, fan-favorite quotes; and tips for throwing cocktail fêtes, viewing parties, and drinking games, fans of Emily in Paris, Francophiles, and home bartenders alike can celebrate the hit series and French culture with this must-have cocktail book. 50+ RECIPES INSPIRED BY EMILY IN PARIS: With a broad selection of French classics, elegant wine cocktails, fan-inspired drinks, and more, The Official Emily in Paris Cocktail Book celebrates classic and contemporary libations inspired by the Netflix series RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whether you&’re shaking up nonalcoholic sippers perfect for the beaches of Southern France, stirring together a batch of punch for a watch party, or pouring pitchers of brunch margs for the gals, The Official Emily in Paris Cocktail Book is a priceless guide to entertaining and imbibing for every occasion NOT JUST COCKTAILS: Includes tasty mocktail recipes as well. THE FIRST OFFICIAL EMILY IN PARIS COCKTAIL GUIDE: The only cocktail volume with recipes officially from the set of Emily in Paris. The perfect gift for the Emily in Paris fan in your life INSPIRING IMAGES: Filled with beautiful full-color photography of the drinks to help ensure success.
Mental Floss: The Curious Viewer Ultimate TV Trivia & Quiz Book
by Mental Floss Jennifer M. WoodImpress your friends, family, and coworkers with fascinating facts about favorite TV shows and test your own TV trivia knowledge with dozens of challenging and entertaining quizzes. Did you know... Succession relies on &“wealth consultants&” to ensure authenticity on how the richest of the rich live? A fan of The Office, after recalling the episode where Steve Carell&’s character arranges a (disastrous) CPR training session, successfully performed CPR on an unconscious stranger? Fraggle Rock was the first American TV series broadcast in Russia? Learn the stories behind these obscure TV tidbits and much more! With fun trivia, challenging quizzes, and log pages for your own lists, Mental Floss: The Curious Viewer Ultimate Quiz and Trivia Book will become as indispensable for your next binge-watch as your remote control. DOZENS OF FUN AND CHALLENGING QUIZZES: Test your TV knowledge with quizzes like "Two Degrees Of" your favorite celebrities, and "Match the Quote to the Simpsons Character" TRIVIA ABOUT MORE THAN 100 TV SHOWS: Get the inside scoop, fascinating facts, and mind-boggling trivia on the greatest shows from the past 20 years, from serious dramas such as Law and Order to seriously funny comedies like Ted Lasso MAKE IT YOUR OWN: Dozens of pages with fill-in lists, such as "Shows I Want to Binge" and "My Favorite TV Quotes" to "Shows I Started but Never Finished" and "My Favorite Shows of All Time."
Jurassic Park: Complete with Annotations and Illustrations
by James MottramDiscover the thrills of Steven Spielberg&’s Jurassic Park in a whole new way with this officially licensed, deluxe edition of the screenplay, complete with in-depth annotations and film stills.Jurassic Park gave moviegoers an unforgettable thrill ride. Now, on the film&’s 30th anniversary, fans can experience Jurassic Park in an all-new way with this deluxe, annotated edition of Michael Crichton and David Koepp&’s script. This script book is annotated by franchise expert James Mottram (Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History), offering commentary and insight into the behind-the-scenes story of the film. Fully illustrated with film stills, concept art, and other key visuals, this is a must-have collectible for Jurassic Park fans and a fitting tribute to a landmark film. RELIVE TIMELESS THRILLS: A must-have collectible for Jurassic Park fans, this script book is a fitting tribute to a landmark film and a great way to return to Isla Nublar. FILLED WITH INSIGHTFUL COMMENTARY: This script book is annotated by franchise expert James Mottram (Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History), offering commentary and insight into the behind-the-scenes story of the film. COMPLETE WITH ICONIC VISUALS: As a celebration of the landmark film, this book is fully illustrated with film stills, concept art, and other key visuals. OWN A PIECE OF MOVIE HISTORY: This script book presents the final draft of Jurassic Park, written by Michael Crichton and David Koepp. COMPLETE YOUR JURASSIC PARK COLLECTION: This script book joins other fan-favorite titles from Insight Editions, including Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Pop-Up Book, and Jurassic World: The Official Cookbook.
The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Baking Cookbook
by Sandy K SnuglyWhat&’s this? What&’s this? With more than 55 recipes for baked goods and desserts inspired by Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and more, this is the ultimate baking cookbook for fans of Tim Burton&’s iconic film.With over 55 recipes in Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Baking Cookbook for bars, breads, cakes, muffins and more inspired by Tim Burton&’s iconic film, fans can celebrate Christmas, Halloween, and more alongside Sandy Claws, Dr. Finkelstein, and other nightmarish residents from Halloween Town and Christmas Town!Featuring recipes inspired by fan-favorite characters and bursting with beautiful photography of delicious dishes, this baking cookbook is a must-have for any Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas fan!55 DEVILISHLY GOOD RECIPES: More than 55 baked goods and desserts inspired by Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before ChristmasINSPIRING PHOTOS: Vibrant, stunning photos of finished recipes help ensure successRECIPES FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: With accessible step-by-step instructions and helpful baking tips, Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Baking Cookbook is a great guide for fans of any skill level, from kitchen novices to seasoned bakersOFFICIALLY LICENSED: Created in collaboration with DisneyCOMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot Deck and Guidebook, Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas 13 Frights of Halloween Countdown Calendar, and Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Cookbook & Entertaining Guide are also available
Jerry Garcia: The Collected Artwork
by Insight EditionsMore than a musician, the Grateful Dead&’s founder Jerry Garcia was also a prolific artist who created hundreds of paintings, drawings, and prints. Get to know another side of this creative legend through his paintings and drawings, and through interviews with those who knew him best.Jerry Garcia: The Collected Artwork is an intimate, playful exploration of Jerry Garcia&’s artistic legacy and creative life. The book opens with a foreword by Grateful Dead percussionist Mickey Hart and features more than 100 full-color reproductions of Jerry's paintings, drawings, and prints—from pen-and-ink drawings to acrylics, watercolors, and digital media. With archival interviews and quotes from the likes of Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, Grace Slick, and Carlos Santana, and stunning photography of Jerry and his lifelong collaborators, this is at once a beautifully crafted art book and a celebration of Jerry Garcia as an artist and human being. 100+ IMAGES: Features more than 100 full-color reproductions of Jerry's paintings, drawings, and prints—from pen-and-ink drawings to acrylics, watercolors, and digital media EXCLUSIVE ESSAYS: Edited by April Higashi, art curator and archivist of the Jerry Garcia Estate, each chapter opens with a commentary on the art presented in the context of Jerry's life and times GO BEHIND THE STAGE: Explore candid photographs, interviews, anecdotes, and remembrances by key cultural figures and those closest to Jerry COMMENTARY FROM MUSIC&’S BIGGEST NAMES: Hear from Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, Herbert Gold, Baron Wolman, Jon Carroll, Paul Pena, Victor Moscoso, Carlos Santana, and Grace Slick as they recount their memories of Jerry Garcia PERFECT FOR ALL DEADHEADS: Fans of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia can enjoy this deep exploration of Jerry&’s life as an artist
Elvis at 21: New York to Memphis
by Insight EditionsIn 1956, photographer Alfred Wertheimer was asked to photograph the then twenty-one-year-old Elvis Presley just as his career was about to explode. This book features the collection of photos taken by Wertheimer, offering a snapshot of the young Elvis Presley&’s remarkable rise to fame and his permanent status as the &“King of Rock &’n&’ Roll.&” In 1956, Alfred Wertheimer was asked by Presley&’s new label, RCA Victor, to photograph Elvis Presley&’s budding career just as it was about to take off in a way the world had never seen. With unimpeded access to the young performer, Wertheimer captured unguarded and everyday moments in Elvis&’s life during that crucial year. It was a year that took him from Tupelo, Mississippi, to the silver screen, the verge of international stardom, and his crowning as the &“King of Rock 'n' Roll.&” As Wertheimer photographed Elvis during 1956, and again in 1958, he created classic images that are spontaneous, unrehearsed, and without artifice. A PIVOTAL YEAR: Dubbed the &“King of Rock &’n&’ Roll&” in 1956, 21-year-old Elvis, placed 17 songs on Billboard&’s Top 100 singles chart, including 3 singles that reached #1, appeared multiple prime-time TV variety shows, performed 143 times in 79 different cities, and released his first film, Love Me Tender EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Dive into the complete collection of Alfred Wertheimer&’s photos of the young Elvis Presley as he tours from New York to Memphis, Tennessee PERFECT FOR ALL ELVIS FANS: Fans of all ages will enjoy this exclusive deep dive into Elvis&’s early life as he builds his career and shakes up the world of music GO BEHIND THE STAGE: Explore intimate and candid images captured after Elvis has left the building—backstage, writing, or reading fan mail from his admirers RENOWNED PHOTOGRAPHER AND AUTHOR: Experience the King of Rock &’n&’ Roll through the lens of famed Alfred Wertheimer, the photographer who captured every moment of the young star&’s early career
The Art of The Creator: Designs of Futures Past
by James MottramDiscover the secrets behind the creation of director Gareth Edwards&’s remarkable science-fiction adventure, The Creator.Dive into the making of The Creator, an original science fiction adventure from director Gareth Edwards (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Godzilla), with this deluxe behind-the-scenes book. Amid a war between humankind and rampant artificial intelligence in the not-too-distant future, Joshua (John David Washington) is recruited to hunt down and kill the Creator, the elusive architect of the advanced AI. In his efforts to defeat the AI, Joshua discovers that the world-ending weapon he&’s been instructed to destroy is an AI in the form of a young child. Featuring commentary from Gareth Edwards and his crew, including production designer James Clyne, plus the extraordinary cast including John David Washington, Gemma Chan, Allison Janney, and Ken Watanabe, this exclusive volume tells the full story of the film&’s creation. Illustrated with stunning visuals from the production of the movie, including remarkable concept art that charts the film&’s evolution, this book is the ultimate companion to one of the most original and innovative films of 2023. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN IMAGERY: Go behind the scenes of The Creator with candid photos from the shoot and exclusive production art. INTERVIEWS WITH CREATORS AND CAST: Dive into the creation of the film through exclusive interviews with director Gareth Edwards, his crew, and the film&’s cast. EXPERIENCE THE CREATIVE JOURNEY: Follow The Creator through its entire creative process, from script to screen, told from the point of view of the film&’s director, his crew and the producers at New Regency.
Unleashing Oppenheimer: Inside Christopher Nolan's Explosive Atomic-Age Thriller
by Jada YuanDiscover the secrets of Christopher Nolan&’s Oppenheimer with this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at 2023&’s most anticipated film.Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, Oppenheimer is an IMAX®-shot epic thriller that thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world in order to save it. The film is produced by Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, and Nolan. The film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Emily Blunt as Katherine &“Kitty&” Oppenheimer. Oscar® winner Matt Damon portrays General Leslie Groves Jr. and Robert Downey Jr. plays Lewis Strauss. Unleashing Oppenheimer traces the creation of Nolan&’s latest film from script to screen through exclusive interviews with the director and his cast and crew, plus electrifying visuals from the film including on-set photos, concept art, research materials, and storyboards. CHRISTOPHER NOLAN: Dive into the creative process of the award-winning director and get an insider&’s view of his latest film. STAR-STUDDED CAST: The highly anticipated Oppenheimer features a stunning cast, including Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Benny Safdie, Josh Hartnett, and Kenneth Branagh. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: This book includes an all-access account of the creation of the film with interviews with key players, including Christopher Nolan himself.
Easy PE Games for Classroom Teachers: Simple games that get kids active and teach a life lesson
by Joseph AguiarThis book will provide you with 20 simple activities that require little to no equipment. No sports background is required. A safe space and a little time are all you need to plan a great PE lesson that your kids will love. Each lesson comes with a skill focus, simple description, variation, and teaching point. The teaching points are a great way to wrap up the lesson. Developing our students cognitively, emotionally, and physically is the goal of any teacher.
Creative Innovation: A Creative's Guide to Applied Creative Efficacy
by MarQo PattonThe current landscape of creative exploitation in the entertainment industry is complex and lacks foundational, agreed-upon development pedagogies for individual success. In a digitally-integrated society, it is our thinking that everyone is a student; and today's students find value in interactive, effective, and affordable strategies that are easily accessible. Through the expertise and content synthesis of Jusreall Music Group Global, LLC (JMGG), industry creatives can develop and sharpen their skills in general music production and artist business, with topics like poetic devices; vocal placement; health, lifestyle and coaching; effective sound checks; sound manipulation; branding; copyrights; registration; acting and self-taping; and more. With 50 synthesized mini-lessons and 13 explorations (applied activities), from scholar-practitioner MarQo "Jusreall" EdD--modern creative vocalists, recording artists, musicians, creative institutions, music companies and those who work with creatives have access to a wealth of knowledge that will benefit any 21st-century professional in the music business.
Sin locura no existe la felicidad
by Luli LamasEste libro es la historia de Luciana Lamas, más conocida como Luli. En él la protagonista cuenta cómo fue el camino que la llevó a convertirse en una de las youtubers más importantes de Uruguay. Cuando se tiñó el pelo de rubio, sus compañeros del liceo se preguntaron quién se creía. Cuando decidió ser youtuber, su familia se preguntó qué quería lograr con eso. Cuando se «coló» en la foto de los Premios Iris, medio Uruguay se preguntó quién era esa chica. ¿Por qué no preguntárselo a ella? Luli Lamas nos cuenta en primera persona su vida, tan común y a la vez tan única, todos los obstáculos a los que se enfrentó y los aprendizajes que surgieron de esas experiencias, para que no queden preguntas sin responder.
La fiesta de los nadie
by Flor InfanteEste libro es una invitación a su fiesta, a tu fiesta: la fiesta de todos los nadie. La fiesta de los nadie es una invitación a transitar el caos y el orden de una vida que es la de Flor Infante, pero podría ser la tuya, la de todos. Es una invitación a reír, llorar, bailar, abrazar, soltar, compartir, perdonar y, sobre todo, pensarse. Con su mirada camaleónica de actriz y comediante, Flor recorre una serie de episodios en la vida de un nadie: desde el nacimiento, el desarrollo y la enfermedad, hasta la búsqueda vocacional, el enamoramiento, la ruptura y las andanzas de la maternidad. En ese camino, propone «saltar al vacío sin red». Dar juntos un salto íntimo y arries-gado, repleto de humor, epifanías, amores y despedidas.
Irrepetibles: Entrevistas en Planetario
by Alejandro FerreiroHubo una vez un programa de radio cuyo influjo fue irresistible. Un programa cuyo sonido viajaba y se propagaba por el aire hospedando a un jardín de oyentes que estaban unidos por vínculos secretos. Ese programa se llamó Planetario. Lo conducía Alejandro Ferreiro, que cada noche replicaba el atávico ritual de sentarse a escuchar lo que otros tenían para decir. Por sus micrófonos pasaron figuras clave de la cultura uruguaya. Algunos de ellos ya no están con nosotros. Este libro recupera sus ideas, su particular mirada, trasvasando la oralidad en palabra escrita. Pero Alejandro logra también comunicar el clima que se vivió en cada uno de esos encuentros, la atmósfera que rodeó aquellas conversaciones. Mario Levrero (Jorge Varlotta), Abel Carlevaro, Marosa di Giorgio, Alfredo Testoni, Lágrima Ríos y Gustavo PríncipePena pasan por estas páginas dejando su estela, y la experiencia de la lectura nos devuelve el color de aquellas noches de radio.Como dice el autor: “Irrepetibles los entrevistados, aquellos momentos, aquellas horas de radio. Irrepetibles, y eso es lo mejor”.
Alaska: Los sueños se cumplen... si te animás a ser vos
by Gimena SauchencoEl libro de la youtuber uruguaya más conocida y más querida. En ese libro, Gime, más conocida como Alaska, cuenta su historia, la historia de una adolescente uruguaya como cualquier otra, pero además, reflexiona sobre la vida, cuáles son sus miedos, qué piensa sobre la sociedad, entre otras cosas, que son temas que preocupan y ocupan a los adolescentes de hoy.
Minecraft: A Montanha
by Max BrooksUMA AVENTURA IMPERDÍVEL DO UNIVERSO MINECRAFT! Ele não sabe o seu nome, nem onde está, nem como sobreviver, nem como voltar para casa. E no mundo de Nether, com uma ajuda preciosa, luta pela vida contra mobs e zombies. Uma lição sobre amizade e sobrevivência.
Anna May Wong: From Laundryman's Daughter to Hollywood Legend
by Graham HodgesAnna May Wong was the best known Chinese American actress during Hollywood's golden age, a free spirit and embodiment of the flapper era much like Louise Brooks. She starred in over fifty movies between 1919 and 1960, sharing the screen with such luminaries as Douglas Fairbanks Sr. and Marlene Dietrich. Born in Los Angeles in 1905, Wong was the second daughter of six children born to a laundryman and his wife. Obsessed with film at a young age, she managed to secure a small part in a 1919 drama about the Boxer Rebellion. Her most famous film roles were in "The Thief of Baghdad", "Old San Francisco", and "Shanghai Express" opposite Dietrich. Despite these successes, instances of overt racism plagued Wong's career. When it came time to make a film version of Pearl Buck's "The Good Earth", she was passed over for the German actress, Luise Rainer. In a narrative that recalls both the gritty life in Los Angeles' working-class Chinese neighborhoods and the glamor of Hollywood at its peak, Graham Hodges recounts the life of this elegant, beautiful, and underappreciated screen legend.
Southeast Asian Independent Cinema
by Tilman BaumgartelThe rise of independent cinema in Southeast Asia, and the emergence of a new generation of filmmakers there, is among the most significant recent developments in global cinema. The advent of affordable and easy access to digital technology has empowered new voices from a part of the world rarely heard or seen in international film circles. This book documents these developments as a genuine outcome of the democratization and liberalization of film production of films. Interviewees include Lav Diaz, Amir Muhammad, Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Eric Khoo, Garin Nugroho, Nia Dinata and others.
The Pusan International Film Festival, South Korean Cinema and Globalization
by Soojeong AhnThis book provides a political and cultural exploration of the Pusan International Film Festival in South Korea since its inception in 1996. By paying a particular attention to the organizers' use of an Asian regionalization strategy, SooJeong Ahn reveals how the festival staked out a unique and influential position within a rapidly changing global landscape. Very little primary empirical research has been conducted to date on non-Western film festivals, though PIFF and Tokyo and Hong Kong have swiftly grown more exciting and influential as testing grounds for global cinema innovations. The initiation, development and growth of PIFF should be understood as resulting from productive tensions in the festival's efforts to serve local, regional and national constituencies. The book also reflects the complexities of rapid transformation in the South Korean film industry as it has reached out to the global market since the late 1990s. SooJeong Ahn worked for the Pusan International Film Festival between 1998 and 2002 and has completed a Ph. D. on film festivals at the University of Nottingham. Her recent publications include "Re-imagining the Past: Programming South Korean Retrospectives at PIFF," in Film International (Vol. 6, 2008), "Placing South Korean Cinema into Pusan International Film Festival: Programming Strategy in the Global/Local Context," in What a Difference a Region Makes: Cultural Studies and Cultural Industries in North-East Asia (2009); "Re-mapping Asian Cinema: The Tenth Anniversary of PIFF in 2005" in Cinemas, Identities and Beyond (2010). "In only a decade, the Pusan International Film Festival has gone from its first edition to becoming not only the leading film festival in East Asia, but also one of the world's most important. SooJeong Ahn tells this exciting story for the first time in her groundbreaking book. Her detailed analysis of the reasons for PIFF's success and the direction it has taken is full of fascinating insight and pioneers a new direction in East Asian Cinema Studies. " -- Chris Berry, Goldsmiths, University of London "Ahn's work on the Pusan International Film Festival is the first and the definitive scholarly monograph appearing in English on this key film festival in the East Asian region. With hands-on knowledge and through extensive interviews, Ahn illuminates the dynamics of the national, the regional and the global. Like the great films shown at the festival, this book is not to be missed!"-- Jinhee Choi, King's College London