2024 the best films all time review


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Immerse yourself into the world of cinema and discover action-packed chases, epic journeys, and tear-jerking moments.

Get the popcorn popping and keep the movies coming! From box office hits and cult classics to romcoms and thrillers, this is your go-to guide to movies, directors, genres, styles, and just about anything else cinema. 

This ultimate movie guide profiles more than 100 of the most significant films ever made and brings cinema to life in true blockbuster fashion. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories about timeless classics like Citizen Kane and The Godfather, and take a front-row seat at lavish blockbusters like Star Wars or Titanic.

This edge-of-your-seat reference book includes:

   • Lists of top 10 film recommendations  
   • What-to-watch boxes that explore specific plotlines, scenes, and images
   • Trivia sections to test your knowledge on oscar-winning movies, biggest flops, and banned films
   • Explanations of complex methods of film-making in familiar, non-technical jargon
   • High-resolution photography and stills allow for a deeper understanding of the nature of filmmaking

Each page of this film book takes you on a journey through the ever-changing landscape of cinema - from Hollywood to Bollywood and everything in between. It includes every film-making school from across the globe, behind-the-scenes shots, profiles of 100 influential directors, and lists dozens of the greatest movies ever made!

Lights. Camera. Action!

Whether you enjoy art films or sci-fi, going to the cinema, or watching movies on Netflix, The Film Book covers it all. It’s perfect for inspiring your next movie night!

This updated version covers the best films and directors of the last 10 years, along with new discoveries in the history of cinema since the last edition was published in 2011, making it the ultimate gift for any film buff or critic.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ DK (March 2, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0744034590
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0744034592
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.75 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 1.11 x 9.5 inches
Reviewer: JC
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent book.
Review: It comes in a clever and protective metal box, as if it actually contained a reel of film. This used book was in pristine condition, better than the seller described. I was (again) disappointed it did not contain more of the classic films being shown on TCM and AMC, Having purchased several books of this type, I realize no one book can possibly encompass all the films we may want to find. This book is an excellent addition to those I have of this genre. Gaps within each book are filled in by others. I've learned not to expect one book to have it all, and am pleased to have several excellent books to reference. This is one of them.

Reviewer: Nelle Mercer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Lots of Info packed into 360 pages
Review: I was most interested in the last section titled Must See Movies. I read that first. Then worked my way back to the beginning! I appreciated the attention to film as a global phenomenon - not just a Hollywood history (though of course, that's a substantial part of the book). I recommend for people interested in knowing more about film, without getting into academic details. What I like best about this book is that you can open up to any page and read the info. It's meaty but short with lots of wonderful photos to illustrate and make you want to see so many films - often films you forgot about and would like to see again!

Reviewer: Daniel K
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Worthwhile read
Review: Nice hard cover book, glossy print, informative, but a bit disappointed it did not come with the metal box mentioned by another reviewer.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good book
Review: Good book, worth the price

Reviewer: British Hospital Ship
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Getting More For Your Money
Review: The old saying goes, "You get what you pay for." Contrary to this expression, there's also an expression which is one of my all time favorites, "Great things come in small packages." That's exactly what this item is. This is a Christmas gift for my brother whose a screenwriter and knows just about everything there is to know about film, and this will be a great reference, nonetheless, 'just in case there are a few things he doesn't yet know.'Came shipped in with two other gifts, but was wrapped well enough in foam wrapping. The collection is rather impressive from what I was able to see of it. The case is one of the more impressive features, being (out of steel/metal), whatever you wish to call it, which gives the book that "old-style reel look." I was originally going to purchase this at a mall book store, but they were sold out.Great thing about this collection, what I've heard from reviews that is, that this collection is really worth what the inexpensive cost is. I'm not one to judge from an entertainment-industry point of view, but as the brother to one who is, I believed it is most likely a great gift, especially with the references. Maybe he'll even allow me to borrow it from time to time.

Reviewer: Pannita
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Absolutely love it!
Review: It came in a film canister liked tin box and the book cover is a photo of vintage film. The contents of the book are divided into 6 sections, as the following:1. The Story of Film: The history of film since 1895 to present and timeline2. How Movies are Made: Pre-production, Production and Post-production3. Movie Genres: Western, Musical, Comedy, Action, Animation etc.4. World Film: International movies from around the world, such as India’s Bollywood5. A-Z of Directors: Profiles of 100 of the world’s best movie directors, such as Alfred Hitchcock6. Top 100 Movies: The most influential movies of all time, such as King Kong, Gone with the Wind etc.Btw, the contents are previously published in “Eyewitness Companions: Film”. If you already have that book, you don’t have to get this one because it’s basically the same with some new photos. Anyway, this book is recommended for film lovers and DK book collectors!

Reviewer: I research everything
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: WONDERFUL book for the everyone with a passion for film!!
Review: This is a WONDERFUL book! Smaller in size than I imagined, but packed with great pictures and information! It definitely impressed us! THIS IS A GOOD ONE!

Reviewer: David A
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Really great guide
Review: I'm using it all the time during the pandemic to choose movies on Canopy and the Criterion Collection.

Reviewer: Giannina Giardiello
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excelente regalo.

Reviewer: Maria
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Great product

Reviewer: Chand
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: An encyclopidic work. Awesome.

Reviewer: Léna PALAZZOLO
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Le livre a l’air super mais la couverture est arrivée endommagée…

Reviewer: Driff
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Very good! Contains a lot of information!

Customers say

Customers find the book very informative, enlightening, and well-researched. They appreciate the great pictures and level of detail. Readers say it would make a great gift for a film buff.

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