Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History
Great Scott! Go Back to the Future with Doc Brown and Marty McFly in this visually stunning look at the creation of one of the most beloved movie trilogies of all time. Few films have made an impact on popular culture like the Back to the Future trilogy. This deluxe, officially licensed book goes behind the scenes to tell the complete story of the making of these hugely popular movies and how the adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown became an international phenomenon. Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History is a stunning journey into the creation of this beloved time-traveling saga and features hundreds of never-before-seen images from all three movies, along with rare concept art, storyboards, and other visual treasures. The book also features exclusive interviews with key cast and crew members—including Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Robert Zemeckis, Bob Gale, Steven Spielberg, Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy, and more—and tells the complete story of the production of the movies, from the initial concept to the staging of iconic scenes such as the “Enchantment Under the Sea” dance and the hoverboard sequence.
This book delves into the wider Back to the Future universe, exploring the animated television show and Back to the Future: The Ride. Written by Michael Klastorin—the production publicist on the second and third movies—with Back to the Future expert Randal Atamaniuk, this book delivers a range of surprises from the Universal Pictures archives and also includes a wealth of special removable items. Comprehensive, compelling, and definitive, Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History is the book that fans have been waiting for.
Book Overview
This illustrated edition captures the essence of the Back to the Future series, providing insights into its cultural significance and production history.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Exclusive interviews with cast and crew
- Hundreds of never-before-seen images
- Rare concept art and storyboards
- Removable items from the film
- Behind-the-scenes stories of iconic scenes
- Exploration of the Back to the Future universe
Why This Book Matters
Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History serves as a vital resource for fans and scholars alike, offering a comprehensive look at the trilogy’s impact on cinema and culture. It provides a deeper understanding of the creative processes behind the films and celebrates the legacy of this iconic series.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 31.3 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 232 |
| Publisher | Harper |
| Publication Date | October 20, 2015 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10 | 0062419145 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062419149 |
| Customer Rating | 4.9 / 5 (1,045 reviews) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #652,278 in Books, #474 in Science Fiction & Fantasy Movies, #588 in Movie Direction & Production, #1,017 in Movie History & Criticism |
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