Altman by Thompson David (32 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good-. Wear to spine. ; B&W Illustrations; 8vo; 306 pages.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Main. In Altman on Altman, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career.Robert Altman served a long apprenticeship in movie-making before his great breakthrough, the Korean War comedy M*A*S*H (1969). It became a huge hit and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, but also established Altman's inimitable use of sound and image, and his gift for handling a repertory company of actors. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville . . . In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Short Cuts, an inspired adaptation of Raymond Carver, and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park, underscored his comeback.Now he recalls the highs and lows of his career trajectory to David Thompson in this definitive interview book, part of Faber's widely acclaimed Directors on Directors series. 'Hearing in his own words in Altman on Altman just how much of his films occur spontaneously, as a result of last-minute decisions on set, is fascinating . . . For film lovers, this is just about indispensable.' Ben Sloan, Metro London.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Altman on Altman. Book.

Paperback. Condition: New. Main. In Altman on Altman, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career.Robert Altman served a long apprenticeship in movie-making before his great breakthrough, the Korean War comedy M*A*S*H (1969). It became a huge hit and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, but also established Altman's inimitable use of sound and image, and his gift for handling a repertory company of actors. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville . . . In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Short Cuts, an inspired adaptation of Raymond Carver, and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park, underscored his comeback.Now he recalls the highs and lows of his career trajectory to David Thompson in this definitive interview book, part of Faber's widely acclaimed Directors on Directors series. 'Hearing in his own words in Altman on Altman just how much of his films occur spontaneously, as a result of last-minute decisions on set, is fascinating . . . For film lovers, this is just about indispensable.' Ben Sloan, Metro London.…

paperback. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 9-10 days from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Clean copy of the first UK edition, stickered for prepublication review in the US. Publicity material laid in.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. First U.S. edition, 1st printing. Clean & tight copy, unread in Very Good condition. "In his own words, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career. In conversation with David Thompson, Altman is frank, funny and endlessly fascinating as he recalls his many bold experiments, adventures and mishaps, spanning six decades behind the camera. This is the definitive study of one of America's greatest filmmakers." Nice copy w/sharp corners & crisp edges, square binding w/no creases in spine; no blemishes, but slight age toning to page edges, o/w quite presentably giftable.…

Condition: New. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville. In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Num Pages: 336 pages, 40 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 25. Weight in Grams: 362. . 2006. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . .…

Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780571220892. …

Condition: New. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville. In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Num Pages: 336 pages, 40 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: APFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 25. Weight in Grams: 362. . 2006. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Large, sturdy softcover, glossy wrappers with a color photo on front wrapper, four illustrations at top of back wrapper, gray background, 306 light brown pages with small photographs. Very Fine.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. illustrated edition. 352 pages. 8.50x5.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Paperback. Condition: New. Main. In Altman on Altman, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career.Robert Altman served a long apprenticeship in movie-making before his great breakthrough, the Korean War comedy M*A*S*H (1969). It became a huge hit and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, but also established Altman's inimitable use of sound and image, and his gift for handling a repertory company of actors. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville . . . In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Short Cuts, an inspired adaptation of Raymond Carver, and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park, underscored his comeback.Now he recalls the highs and lows of his career trajectory to David Thompson in this definitive interview book, part of Faber's widely acclaimed Directors on Directors series. 'Hearing in his own words in Altman on Altman just how much of his films occur spontaneously, as a result of last-minute decisions on set, is fascinating . . . For film lovers, this is just about indispensable.' Ben Sloan, Metro London.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In his own words, one of American cinema's foremost mavericks - the man behind M*A*S*H*, Nashville, The Player and Gosford Park - reflects on a brilliant career. Robert Altman found fame in 1970 with M*A*S*H*, the hit comedy about a Korean War medical unit. The 1970s became Altman's decade, a string of masterpieces including McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye and Nashville, his brilliant ode to America's bicentennial. In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his brilliant work but never sold out or went under, and in 1992 The PlayerShort Cuts and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park have further cemented his reputation. In his own words, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In his own words, one of American cinema's foremost mavericks - the man behind M*A*S*H*, Nashville, The Player and Gosford Park - reflects on a brilliant career. Robert Altman found fame in 1970 with M*A*S*H*, the hit comedy about a Korean War medical unit. The 1970s became Altman's decade, a string of masterpieces including McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye and Nashville, his brilliant ode to America's bicentennial. In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his brilliant work but never sold out or went under, and in 1992 The PlayerShort Cuts and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park have further cemented his reputation. In his own words, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Paperback. Condition: New. Main. In Altman on Altman, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career.Robert Altman served a long apprenticeship in movie-making before his great breakthrough, the Korean War comedy M*A*S*H (1969). It became a huge hit and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, but also established Altman's inimitable use of sound and image, and his gift for handling a repertory company of actors. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville . . . In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Short Cuts, an inspired adaptation of Raymond Carver, and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park, underscored his comeback.Now he recalls the highs and lows of his career trajectory to David Thompson in this definitive interview book, part of Faber's widely acclaimed Directors on Directors series. 'Hearing in his own words in Altman on Altman just how much of his films occur spontaneously, as a result of last-minute decisions on set, is fascinating . . . For film lovers, this is just about indispensable.' Ben Sloan, Metro London.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In his own words, one of American cinema's foremost mavericks - the man behind M*A*S*H*, Nashville, The Player and Gosford Park - reflects on a brilliant career. Robert Altman found fame in 1970 with M*A*S*H*, the hit comedy about a Korean War medical unit. The 1970s became Altman's decade, a string of masterpieces including McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye and Nashville, his brilliant ode to America's bicentennial. In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his brilliant work but never sold out or went under, and in 1992 The PlayerShort Cuts and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park have further cemented his reputation. In his own words, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. xxii + 306 Illus.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. xxii + 306.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. illustrated edition. 352 pages. 8.50x5.25x1.00 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. xxii + 306.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In Altman on Altman, one of American cinema's most incorrigible mavericks reflects on a brilliant career.Robert Altman served a long apprenticeship in movie-making before his great breakthrough, the Korean War comedy M\*A\*S\*H (1969). It became a huge hit and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, but also established Altman's inimitable use of sound and image, and his gift for handling a repertory company of actors. The 1970s then became Altman's decade, with a string of masterpieces: McCabe and Mrs Miller, The Long Goodbye, Thieves Like Us, Nashville . . . In the 1980s Altman struggled to fund his work, but he was restored to prominence in 1992 with The Player, an acerbic take on Hollywood. Short Cuts, an inspired adaptation of Raymond Carver, and the Oscar-winning Gosford Park, underscored his comeback.Now he recalls the highs and lows of his career trajectory to David Thompson in this definitive interview book, part of Faber's widely acclaimed Directors on Directors series. 'Hearing in his own words in Altman on Altman just how much of his films occur spontaneously, as a result of last-minute decisions on set, is fascinating . . . For film lovers, this is just about indispensable.' Ben Sloan, Metro London.…