Guillermo Del Toro Cabinet of Curiosities - Hardcover
A spectacular limited edition of Guillermo del Toro Cabinet of Curiosities--ingeniously designed in a partitioned, two-drawer replica of a cabinet and featuring never-before-released artwork and a trio of custom components drawn from his films.
Reflective of the genius of del Toro himself, this specially designed limited edition is encased in a cabinet with partitions and a secret compartment that holds the book. Deluxe in size, Guillermo del Toro Cabinet of Curiosities: Limited Edition features high-quality matte art paper and debossing.
Each limited edition is signed by del Toro, and includes four never-before-released original art prints, three custom reproductions of iconic props from his movies: Professor Broom's rosary from Hellboy, the Cronos scarab, and the bone amulet from Hellboy; a replica of a page from the Cronos device instruction manual; four cards reproducing artwork from The Book of Crossroads in Pan's Labyrinth; and a Certificate of Authenticity.
An essential keepsake for all del Toro fans, this extraordinary collection reproduces the notes, drawings, creatures, and ideas of things to come that fill Guillermo del Toro's fabled illustrated notebooks. An in-depth interview with writer and filmmaker Marc Scott Zicree explores del Toro's reigning themes and signature motifs, as well as the literary references, old films, and mythological figures that inspire him. Revealing the acclaimed writer, director, artist, and producer's private reveries as never before, Guillermo del Toro Cabinet of Curiosities: Limited Edition is a unique record of a truly arresting imagination.
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Review:
"A mix of the macabre, the weird and the strangely beautiful... the perfect introduction to the mind of Guillermo and so gorgeous." -Empire
"This eye-pleasing compendium provides valuable insights... Short of taking a tin opener to Del Toro s skull, you couldn t get a better look inside his head." SFX
"If you re a fan of his visionary art and unique storytelling, you simply have to own this book." --Bizarre
"A spooky delight to flick through." --Geek Native
"The book as a whole is not only one of the most beautiful books I have seen, but is an illuminating insight into a unique talent and also how modern genre films are made. But more than all that, it is a simply spectacular book. Buy it." --Geek Syndicate
"This is truly the mother lode for fans." -GQ
"Just made me hungry for more... I only wish other directors were as candid as this." --SF Crowsnest
"A full-colour, lavish feast for the eyes arguably one of the most handsome genre-centric books to come down the pike in recent years. Start dropping the festive hints to your loved ones right now. Blackmail them if you have to." --Fright Fest
"A stunningly realized volume with a pleasing Eastern European vibe." --Independent on Sunday
"This is truly the mother lode for fans." -GQ
"Just made me hungry for more... I only wish other directors were as candid as this." --SF Crowsnest
"Guillermo s larger-than-life personality dominates proceedings, and it s a fascinating insight into his incredible imagination." --Imagine FX
From the Back Cover:
"This eye-pleasing compendium provides valuable insights... Short of taking a tin opener to Del Toro s skull, you couldn t get a better look inside his head." SFX
"If you re a fan of his visionary art and unique storytelling, you simply have to own this book." --Bizarre
"A spooky delight to flick through." --Geek Native
"The book as a whole is not only one of the most beautiful books I have seen, but is an illuminating insight into a unique talent and also how modern genre films are made. But more than all that, it is a simply spectacular book. Buy it." --Geek Syndicate
"This is truly the mother lode for fans." -GQ
"Just made me hungry for more... I only wish other directors were as candid as this." --SF Crowsnest
"A full-colour, lavish feast for the eyes arguably one of the most handsome genre-centric books to come down the pike in recent years. Start dropping the festive hints to your loved ones right now. Blackmail them if you have to." --Fright Fest
"A stunningly realized volume with a pleasing Eastern European vibe." --Independent on Sunday
"This is truly the mother lode for fans." -GQ
"Just made me hungry for more... I only wish other directors were as candid as this." --SF Crowsnest
"Guillermo s larger-than-life personality dominates proceedings, and it s a fascinating insight into his incredible imagination." --Imagine FX
An intimate look into one of the most imaginative minds of this century, Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities reproduces the notes, the drawings, the untold creatures, and ideas of things to come that fill del Toro's fabled illustrated notebooks
- This book will be a visual treasure trove for del Toro fans, as readers get a look at reproductions of his actual journal pages, filled with his handwriting, illustrations, notes in Spanish and English, as well as new annotations that add context and clarity.
- Sketches, notes, and inspirations for del Toro's movies Cronos, Blade 2, Hellboy, Hellboy 2, Pan's Labyrinth, and even his upcoming 2013 movie Pacific Rim will be included.
- Co-author Marc Scott Zicree has his own following in the Sci-Fi/Fantasy world, with his Magic Time series and The Twilight Zone Companion remaining favorites among sf/f fans.
- This book includes diary entries and illustrations for the following del Toro movies, both green lit and not:
Cronos
At the Mountains of Madness (as yet unmade)
The Count of Monte Cristo
Mephisto's Bridge
Mimic
The Devil's Backbone
Don't be Afraid of the Dark
Blade 2
Hellboy
Pan's Labryrinth
Hellboy 2
Pacific Rim
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- PublisherHarper Design Intl
- Publication date2013
- ISBN 10 006230044X
- ISBN 13 9780062300447
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages256
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