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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive and in-depth study delves into the life and works of one of modern films most celebrated, successful and intriguing auteurs, Christopher Nolan.‘What is the most resilient parasite? Bacteria? A virus? An intestinal worm? An idea. Resilient…highly contagious. Once an idea has taken hold of the brain it’s almost impossible to eradicate.’ - Cobb, Inception
How has Nolan become this leading director? Is he the new Kubrick? What do audiences get out of his games?
Visually, he offers a
steely science-fiction noir with the highlights of
big stars and a
magician’s flourishes, whether he is tackling Victorian London or the far reaches of outer space. In narrative terms, his films twist and turn,
provoking as many questions as they answer.
This book will look to
crack open the magic box of Nolan’s twisting universe. As a charact
Trade Review "White Lion Publishing and author Ian Nathan have put something special together with this new (oversized) book all about Christopher Nolan. It seeks to understand exactly how the filmmaker has found success and the unique storytelling process he uses. From thorough breakdowns of each of Nolan’s films and insights into how they were made, this would be an ideal gift for any movie-lover." * Cinelinx.com *
"...a highly
informative and insightful read into the mind of one of the most definitive mind-bending directors in cinema. It is a gloriously packaged presentation that journeys you through the filmmakers historic trajectory with poignant anecdotes, quotations and in-depth behind-the-scenes knowledge to create a fully formed comprehensive picture of the man, his cinematic style and how the works interconnect thematically as it progresses." * The Reel Vision *
"The 175 page book is filled with 150 great images from Nolan’s iconic films, many of them being behind-the-scenes shots. This book offers a full-breakdown of Nolan’s films individually, as well as a insightful account of the man himself. I’m a huge Nolan fan, so this book was an easy sell for me, but it’s a fantastic book all-around. * ReelTalker.com *
"Nathan serves as a literary archeologist, excavating Nolan’s films, digging into their production, their themes, and the reactions they earned...well researched and highly recommend for Nolan aficionados." * Cinema Sentries *
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION
THE HYBRID KID
The early days and Following (1998)
THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS
Memento (2000) & Insomnia (2002)
THE INTIMIDATION GAME
Batman Begins (2005)
THE TRANSPORTED MEN
The Prestige (2006)
WHY SO SERIOUS?
The Dark Knight (2008)
HEAD SPINNING
Inception (2010)
THE BIG GOODBYE
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
THE FIFTH DIMENSION
Interstellar (2014)
ON THE BEACH
Dunkirk (2017)
APOCALYPTIC THINKING
Tenet (2020) Oppenheimer (2023)
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