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Mgm Style: Cedric Gibbons And The Art Of The Golden Age Of Hollywood
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Mgm Style Is An Overview Of The Career And Achievements Of Hollywoods Most Famous Art Director. Cedric Gibbons Was The Supervisor In Charge Of The Art Department At Metrogoldwynmayer Film Studios From Its Inception In 1924 Until Gibbons Chose To Retire In 1956. Lavishly Illustrated With Over 175 Pristine Duotone Photographs, The Vast Majority Of Which Have Never Before Been Published, This Is The First Volume To Trace Gibbons Trendsetting Career. At Its Height In The Late 1930S And Early 1940S, Gibbons Was Regularly Acknowledged By His Peers As Having Shaped The Craft Of Art Direction In American Film; His Work Was Recognized As Representing The Finest In Motion Picture Sets And Settings. Gibbons And His Associates Constructed The Villages, Towns, Streets, Squares And Edifices That Later Appeared In Hundreds Of Films, And Whose Mixed Architecture Stood In For Army Camps And The Wild West, Dutch New York And Dickensian London, Ancient China And Modern Japan. Inspired By The Work Of Le Corbusier And The Bauhaus Masters, As Well As The 1925 Exposition Internationale Des Arts Dcoratifs Et Industriels Modernes In Paris And Frank Lloyd Wrights Experiments With Open Planning, Gibbons Championed The Notion That Movie Decor Should Move Beyond The Commercial Framework Of The Popular Cinema
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- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: This book measures eight point five nine inches in length, zero point nine eight inches in width, and eleven point three inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains three hundred four pages, providing an in-depth overview of Cedric Gibbons' career.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a premium feel for readers.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Howard Gutner, known for his work on film history and art direction.
- Q: What genre is this book classified under? A: This book is classified under the Performing Arts genre, focusing on art direction in film.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in film studies? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners as it provides a comprehensive overview of Cedric Gibbons' contributions to Hollywood.
- Q: Can I read this book without prior knowledge of film history? A: Yes, you can read this book without prior knowledge, as it is written to be accessible to a wide audience.
- Q: What themes does this book cover? A: This book covers themes such as art direction, Hollywood history, and the evolution of cinematic design.
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- Q: Are there any special care instructions for this hardcover book? A: Yes, avoid placing heavy items on top of it and clean the cover with a dry cloth to prevent damage.
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- Q: What if I have questions about the content of the book? A: If you have questions about the content, you may contact the publisher or look for reader reviews for additional insights.
- Q: Is this book recommended for film professionals? A: Yes, this book is also recommended for film professionals who want to understand the historical context of art direction.
- Q: How can I find more books like this one? A: To find more books like this one, check the Performing Arts section of your local bookstore or online retailers.