Bounds of stories and myths have been tossed around over the years regarding stanley kubricks masterful 2001. And piers bizonys 550page the making of stanley kubrick s 2001. From rumors of an alien insurance policy to original phony titles, the history is all there. A space odyssey this article is more than 2 years old director refused to stop filming as stuntman. Stanley kubricks seminal film, with its innovative special effects and haunting score, offered audiences what felt like a realistic glimpse of the future. A space odyssey isnt the endall complete chronicle of kubricks masterpiece on its own, but the 562page tome proves more than a sufficient anchor for any completists collection. Clarke all the way through production and the film s lasting impact. A space odyssey by piers bizony, published by taschen number 1428 of a. Here, actor keir dullea poses in the equipment storage corridor to one. If youre wondering, its not a comprehensive narrative. Stanley kubrick s 2001 a space odyssey download ebook. This is the most complete book on the film to datefrom stanley kubrick s first meeting with screenwriter arthur c. Just in time for the 50th anniversary of the film, author michael benson, in his meticulous makingofhistory book space odyssey.
The critics initially disliked it, but the public loved it. A closer look at taschens deluxe book, the making of 2001. When a flamboyant, beethovenobsessed, murderous gang leader agrees to undergo experimental violenceaversion therapy in exchange for early release from prison. The making of stanley kubricks 2001 xxl art edition. A space odyssey consists of testimony from kubricks collaborators and commentary from critics and historians. The making of stanley kubrick s 2001 xxl art edition no. Pdf the making of stanley kubrick s 2001 a space odyssey. A space odyssey had its world premiere april 2, 1968, at the uptown theater in northwest washington. Taschen books has finally release the retail edition of its comprehensive making of stanley kubricks 2001. Jerome agels the making of kubricks 2001, originally published 1970, can now be read online. A space odyssey is a marvel, a literary piece thats as fascinating as the film its covering and it offers readers a splendid at look one of the greatest films of. Jerome agel s book does a fine job of providing the inside story of the making of this movie. A space odyssey chronicles the creation of the epic scifi movie. Click download or read online button to get stanley kubrick s 2001 a space odyssey book now.
A space odyssey sheds light on the lead actors, senior production designers, specialeffects experts and masterminds of stanley kubrick and arthur c. Rare 1970 book the making of stanley kubricks 2001. And piers bizony s 550page the making of stanley kubrick s 2001. A space odyssey is a marvel, a literary piece that s as fascinating as the film it s covering and it offers readers a splendid at look one of the greatest films of. The making of stanley kubricks 2001 xxl art edition no. It was developed concurrently with stanley kubrick s film version and published after the release of the film.
This is a fairly exhaustive look at the making of 2001 all the way from the initial meetings between stanley kubrick and arthur c. A space odyssey is legendary filmmaker stanley kubricks trippy magnum opus that influenced pretty much every science fiction movie that followed it and made all those before it seem as ancient as the monolith. Clarke short story that inspired kubrick to make the film and a great bit about a composer who breaks his neck. Written and researched over several years by the outer space, special effects, and technology journalist piers bizony, this compendium is both an exhaustive labor of love and a monument to a masterpiece of 20th century culture.
Apr 05, 2018 stanley kubrick risked stuntmans life making 2001. A space odyssey still resonates and haunts more than 45 years after it was first released into theaters, blowing the minds of an entire. A space odyssey is a landmark book for film fans and a celebration of technical specialeffects innovation before the digital age, conceived by the very designers of taschen s instant collectible stanley kubrick s napoleon. Clarke all the way through production and the films lasting impact. A space odyssey is a landmark book for film fans and a celebration of technical specialeffects innovation before the digital age, conceived by the very designers of taschens instant collectible stanley kubricks napoleon.
Stanley kubricks epic mindexpanding adventure traces mans journey from prehistory into the uncharted universe of the future, inviting us to rethink everything we thought we knew. A space odyssey 8 revelations about stanley kubrick. A space odyssey this article is more than 2 years old director refused to stop filming as stuntman bill weston lost consciousness, new book claims. For more illustrated and art books i have listed which is usually a lot. If you love 2001, you should wait for the cheaper version of tashen the making of stanley kubricks 2001. The making of a masterpiece, paperback by castle, alison edt, isbn 3836577240, isbn 9783836577243, brand new, free shipping in the us stanley kubricks epic mindexpanding adventure traces mans journey from prehistory into the uncharted universe of the future, inviting us to rethink everything we thought we knew. There are links above and below and why not bookmark my site to make it easier to find at a later date. The book has been fully digitized, and you can read it on your computer, smartphone, and tablet now. A space odyssey is a 1968 science fiction novel by british writer arthur c. If youre wondering, it s not a comprehensive narrative. On the evening of june 5, taschen held the international launch for the making of stanley kubricks 2001.
It is amazing and makes you appreciate the movie even more. Each set in the making of a masterpiece series comes in a deluxe lpsized folio and includes a dvd of the remastered film, the original poster, interviews, and extensive behindthescenes material from kubricks archives. Mm paris is an art and design partnership consisting of mathias augustyniak and michael amzalag. This is the best book for anyone who is totally gaga for 2001.
The making of stanley kubricks 2001 an enduring cinematic. The making of kubricks 2001 by jerome agel is a rare 1970 book thats been uploaded online, and goes behindthescenes of 2001. Clarke and kubrick worked on the book together, but eventually only clarke ended up as the official author. Ive been reading an early copy of this book this week, wideeyed and mouth agape at just how much. Stanley kubrick stanley kubrick s extraordinary movie 2001. Aug 21, 2015 several years back i heard about taschens expensive limited edition book called the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Based on the futuristic novel by anthony burgess, a clockwork orange is a masterwork of cinematic. Want to know how it was made and all the related issues of creating this movie.
A space odyssey but this taschen publication is the final word on stanley kubricks influential masterpiece. Clarke, who together revolutionized science fiction and the art of cinema. Each set in the making of a masterpiece series comes in a deluxe lpsized folio and includes a dvd of the remastered film, the original poster, interviews, and extensive behindthescenes material from kubrick. Clarke to kubricks exhaustive research to the actual shooting and release of the movie. The venerable art book publishers outdo themselves again with their just released the making of stanley kubricks 2001. This is the most complete book on the film to datefrom stanley kubricks first meeting with screenwriter arthur c. Stanley kubrick s 2001 a space odyssey download ebook pdf. A space odyssey by piers bizony, published by taschen number 1428 of a limited edition of 1500 copies already sold out in advance. His publications include atom, the man who ran the moon, starman, and the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Jun 16, 2014 called the making of stanley kubricks 2001. It was developed concurrently with stanley kubricks film version and published after the release of the film. With a signed print by 2oo1 art advisor brian sanders, delivered in a readytoframe mat revolving camera and control panel rare material sourced from both the kubrick estate and warner bros. Stanley kubrick making 2001 a space odyssey interview 2001 a space odyssey. Buy piers bizony the making of stanley kubrick s 2001.
More than 1 million books in pdf, epub, mobi, tuebl and audiobook formats. Delve into the making of kubricks 2001 with jerome agels. A space odyssey is the most important science fiction movie ever made. And now that history is getting the nonfiction treatment in a new book breaking down the making of the 1968 classic dating all the way back to kubrick and arthur c. Showing the contents of the making of stanley kubricks 2001. A space odyssey was released, the world was watching and waiting for man to take his first step on the moon. The vertical aspect of the book was difficult to get used to. A space odyssey, detailing the lengthy production, is a work befitting its subject. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Jerome agel a comprehensive study of the genesis and evolution of the film, presented in the words of those involved with its production. People in the audience were streaming out before the film. Search for kubrick s 2001 books in the search form now, download or read books for free, just by creating an account to enter our library. A space odyssey provides a behindthescenes look at the films journey, from concept set designs to the groundbreaking visual effects that wowed audiences decades before digital technology.
A new book by taschen titled, the making of stanley kubrick s 2001. Clarke to kubrick s exhaustive research to the actual shooting and release of the movie. If 2001 has stirred your emotions, your subconscious, your mythological yearnings, then it has succeeded. Its a collection of archival documents from preproduction, such as interviews with astronomers and physicists of the day.
A space odyssey by piers bizony, published by taschen number 1428 of a limited edition of 1500 copies. Sep 08, 2015 the venerable art book publishers outdo themselves again with their just released the making of stanley kubricks 2001. This 1970 paperback remains the definitive book on the 1968 film 2001. A space odyssey, takes readers on a visual journey through the production of this iconic film. A new book by taschen titled, the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Unboxing taschens the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Aug 06, 2014 showing the contents of the making of stanley kubrick s 2001. You neednt be a scifi junkie to appreciate this book.
May 27, 20 the mysterious beauty of stanley kubricks 2001. A space odyssey but this taschen publication is the final word on stanley kubrick s influential masterpiece. And piers bizonys 550page the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Jerome agels book does a fine job of providing the inside story of the making of this movie. Gordils captions by shawna herron taschen books has finally release the retail edition of its comprehensive making of stanley kubricks 2001. A space odyssey, its a collaboration between writer piers bizony, the kubrick estate, and parisbased design agency mm and the result is an. Its really compilation of press materials preceding and following the release of the film.
Including letters from fans to stanley kubrick, the arthur c. Taschen publishings the making of stanley kubricks 2001. Gordils captions by shawna herron taschen books has finally release the retail edition of it s comprehensive making of stanley kubrick s 2001. Based on the futuristic novel by anthony burgess, a clockwork orange is a masterwork of cinematic satire. A space odyssey has stood the test of time this book will too. It s really compilation of press materials preceding and following the release of the film.
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