A Retake Please
Filming Western Approaches
Published on 1. July 1999
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-0-85323-943-7 (ISBN)
Description
This fascinating memoir is a unique contribution to the history of film and cinema. At its centre is the story of the making of the British film classic Western Approaches, the first story documentary in Technicolor, totally enacted by amateurs. It was nominated for an Oscar in the category 'Best Film from any Source' and has influenced and inspired film-making to this day. It was acclaimed a masterpiece when it was released in December 1944 and fifty years later Philip French wrote in The Observer: 'It remains a milestone in our cinema and an exciting, vibrant cinematic experience.'
Reviews / Votes
Liverpool University Press deserves huge credit for publishing this book... The book has been handsomely produced with some fine stills and ought to find its way into the library of any institution that teaches about British cinema. * Viewfinder *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Liverpool
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 239 mm
Width: 163 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-85323-943-7 (9780853239437)
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