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From David Puttnamproducer Of Such Modern Film Classics As Chariots Of Fire, The Killing Fields, Midnight Express, And The Mission, And The Only European To Have Run A Major Hollywood Studioan Insightful And Provocative History That Explains The Personalities And Events Which Shaped Film'S Transformation From A Technological Curiosity Into One Of The World'S Most Powerful Cultural And Economic Forces. From The Early Rivalry Between Its Inventors To The Powerbrokering And Political Influence Of Today'S Megastars; From Zukor And Laemmle To Ovitz And Eisner; From The Serendipitous Discovery Of Los Angeles ('Flagstaff No Good,' Wired Cecil B. De Mille. 'Want Authority To Rent Barn For $75 A Month In Place Called Hollywood') To The Exploitation And Depredation Of Europe'S Film Culture In The Name Of The Marketplace, Puttnam Captures The Urgency And Wonder That Swept Through A Young Industry And Set It Spinning On An Axis Of Money And Power. Movies And Money Chronicles The Unprecedented Collision Between Art And Commerce, And Incisively Analyzes Its Implications In Today'S Global Arena. Puttnam'S Engaging History Is Also An Impassioned Polemic: From The Moment Thomas Edison Stole The First Crude Attempt At A Movie Camera From The French Scientist Tienne Jules Marey, Hollywood And Europe Have Existed, The Author Claims, In A State Of Undeclared Hostilityhostility That Has Occasionally Erupted Into Open Battle For Control Of The Century'S Most Powerful Artistic Medium. And This Battle, He Contends, Will Ultimately Determine The Nature Of Europe'S Cultural Identity. He Also Argues Forcefully For The Intelligent Application Of The Language And Techniques Of Cinema To Education, Urging Filmmakers To Make Films That Challenge And Inspire As Well As Entertain. Ten Years After His Abrupt Departure From Columbia, Puttnam Reenters The Debate About Cinema With Characteristic Audacity, With The Irreverence Of An Iconoclast And The Canniness Of A Seasoned Player. Movies And Money Is A Book That Will Change Our Understanding Of The Historyand Futureof Film.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Movies and Money'? A: 'Movies and Money' explores the historical relationship between film as an art form and its commercialization, detailing how the industry evolved into a powerful cultural and economic force.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Movies and Money'? A: The author of 'Movies and Money' is David Puttnam, a renowned producer known for his work on films like 'Chariots of Fire' and 'The Killing Fields'.
- Q: What type of book is 'Movies and Money'? A: 'Movies and Money' is a hardcover book that combines history and commentary, providing an insightful look at the film industry.
- Q: When was 'Movies and Money' published? A: 'Movies and Money' was published on October 20, 1998.
- Q: How many pages does 'Movies and Money' have? A: 'Movies and Money' contains 337 pages.
- Q: Is 'Movies and Money' a first edition? A: Yes, the version available is the first edition of 'Movies and Money'.
- Q: What condition is the used copy of 'Movies and Money' in? A: The used copy of 'Movies and Money' is described as being in good condition.
- Q: Does 'Movies and Money' discuss any specific personalities in the film industry? A: Yes, 'Movies and Money' discusses various influential figures in the film industry, including historical figures like Zukor and Laemmle, as well as modern personalities like Ovitz and Eisner.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in 'Movies and Money'? A: 'Movies and Money' covers topics such as the rivalry between early film inventors, Hollywood's political influence, and the cultural implications of the film industry.
- Q: Can 'Movies and Money' be beneficial for filmmakers? A: Yes, the book argues for the application of cinematic techniques in education and encourages filmmakers to create films that both inspire and entertain.