Title
Altman
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For Decades, Robert Altman Fascinated Audiences With Pioneering Filmsamong Them M*A*S*H, Nashville, The Player, And Gosford Parkthat Combined Technical Innovation With Subversive, Satirical Humor And Impassioned Political Engagement. His Ability To Explore And Engage So Many Different Worlds With A Single, Coherent Vision Changed The Landscape Of Cinema Forever. This Signature Altmanesque Style Is, In The Words Of Martin Scorsese: As Recognizable And Familiar As Renoir'S Brushstrokes Or Debussy'S Orchestrations.Now, The Altman Estate Opens Its Archive To Celebrate His Extraordinary Life And Career In The First Authorized Visual Biography On The Iconoclastic Director. Altman, By Altmans Widow Kathryn Reed Altman And Film Critic Giulia Dagnolo Vallan, Brims With Photographs And Ephemera, Many Culled From Private Family Albums, And Personal Recollections Of The Director. Alongside The Intimate Illustrated Story Is A Complete Visual, Historical, And Critical Narrative Of Altmans Films And His Process.To Honor The Altman Trademark Of Using A Wide Cast Of Characters, Altman Also Features Contributions From His Collaborators And Contemporaries Including Frank Barhydt, E. L. Doctorow, Roger Ebert, Jules Feiffer, Julian Fellowes, James Franco, Tess Gallagher, Pauline Kael, Garrison Keillor, Michael Murphy, Martin Scorsese, Lily Tomlin, Alan Rudolph, Michael Tolkin, And Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of the book 'Altman'? A: The book 'Altman' explores the extraordinary life and career of director Robert Altman, highlighting his pioneering films and unique storytelling style that blended technical innovation with satirical humor and political engagement.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Altman'? A: The book is authored by Kathryn Reed Altman, Robert Altman's widow, and film critic Giulia D’Agnolo Vallan.
- Q: What type of binding does the book 'Altman' have? A: The book 'Altman' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in the book 'Altman'? A: The book 'Altman' contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: When was 'Altman' published? A: 'Altman' was published on December 9, 2014.
- Q: What kind of content can I find in 'Altman'? A: The book includes photographs, personal recollections, and a visual narrative of Robert Altman’s films, along with contributions from various collaborators and contemporaries.
- Q: Is 'Altman' a new book? A: 'Altman' is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and unused.
- Q: What makes 'Altman' different from other film biographies? A: 'Altman' is distinguished by its authorized access to the Altman estate’s archive and the inclusion of personal insights from family and collaborators, providing a unique perspective on the director's life and work.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'Altmanesque' mentioned in the book? A: The term 'Altmanesque' refers to Robert Altman's distinctive style of filmmaking, characterized by complex narratives and a wide range of characters, which has been recognized as influential in the film industry.
- Q: Can I expect to see rare photographs in 'Altman'? A: Yes, 'Altman' features many rare photographs and ephemera, including items from private family albums, enhancing the visual storytelling of the director's life.