King Kongis Universal Pictures' long-anticipated reimagining of the classic 1933 Merian C. Cooper film, directed by Peter Jackson, Academy Award®-winning director ofThe Lord of the Rings.Featuring stunning visual effects and a cast that includes Academy Award® nominee Naomi Watts, Academy Award® winner Adrien Brody, and Jack Black, King Kong is a groundbreaking masterpiece that breathes new life into a cinematic legend. This official companion to the movie takes readers behind the scenes with a fascinating, intimate view of every stage of production, from scriptwriting to costuming to digital effects. Packed with exclusive images and personal recollections from the filmmakers, actors, and crew,The Making ofKing Kong takes you on a captivating journey to Wellington, New Zealand, where readers will: find out what it's like to be on set during filming; learn the tricks of the miniatures trade from the wizards of Weta Workshop; experience 1930s New York with the expert team of construction workers and set dressers; and marvel at the cutting-edge technology of Weta Digital. Over 200 full-color photos -- including original concept art, digital storyboards, and candid behind-the-scenes snapshots -- vividly illustrate this massive cinematic undertaking, alongside in-depth interviews with Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor of Weta Workshop, Andy Serkis, Philippa Boyens, and many more.The Making ofKing Kong is a comprehensive, indispensable companion to the acclaimed film that no fan should miss.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Pocket Books
ISBN-10
1416505180
ISBN-13
9781416505181
eBay Product ID (ePID)
46588852
Product Key Features
Book Title
Making of King Kong : the Official Guide to the Motion Picture
Author
Jenny Wake
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Film / General, Film / Guides & Reviews, Film / Direction & Production