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It's the 1970s, and you're invited behind the scenes of Doctor Who. You'll go on location to witness the recording of two classic TV adventures (The Sea Devils and Robot) and spend time inside a vintage BBC television studio. You'll also learn how to write a script or make a monster, 1970s-style! Authors Terrance Dicks and Malcolm Hulke will guide you through the first ten years of Doctor Who history, detailing how it was created, the people who brought it into being, and the actors who portrayed the Doctor, his friends and their monstrous enemies.

In the 1960s, the 007 film series established the highly successful James Bond formula. The series depicted its main character as the perfect embodiment of masculinity—a man always ready to drink a vodka martini, seduce a beautiful woman and save the world.

Camp has been an inescapable part of popular culture for at least the last 150 years. Famously unrestrained and ever evolving, it has not only captured the cultural imagination, but also played an important role as a form of protest and resistance. Paul Baker takes us through camp's rebellious and revolutionary past with warmth, humour and sensitivity, starting with the court of Louis XIV and the dandies of the eighteenth century through to Showgirls, Harlem's drag balls and Columbian telenovelas.

From flamboyant relatives on Bewitched to closely-guarded secrets on All in the Family, from network-censor fights over Soap to behind-the-scenes activism on the set of The Golden Girls, from Ellen’s culture clash to Modern Family’s primetime power-couple, Hi Honey, I’m Homo! is the story not only of how subversive queer comedy transformed the American sitcom, from its inception through today, but how our favorite sitcoms transformed, and continue to transform, America.

It's one of the greatest movie romances of all time. Yet the friction and controversy surrounding The Way We Were was so enormous, the movie was nearly never made at all. Drawing on Laurents's and Pollack's unpublished writings, as well as interviews with Streisand, Redford, and other key players, this is the definitive account of a film that changed the rules of moviemaking and defined romance ever since.

The 1930s was a magical age in Hollywood, with Shirley Temple and Mickey Rooney, Bette Davis, and Clark Gable lighting up the silver screen. But Deanna Durbin’s fame surpassed them all. Born in Canada, Deanna was “discovered” by star-maker Eddie Cantor, producer Joe Pasternak, and director Henry Koster, and she quickly became the world’s most celebrated star. She saved Universal Studios from ruin, she was a favorite of Winston Churchill and Anne Frank, and she became the highest-paid woman in America.

The Towering Inferno (1974) was the crowning achievement of über-producer Irwin Allen, the self-proclaimed “Master of disaster.” Crafted from two best-selling books and with a budget-busting cast headed by two mega-stars, it took two studios to bring it to the screen. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Towering Inferno, biographer-historian Nat Segaloff (who was a member of the film’s special publicity unit) writes about the production, its innovative marketing campaign, and the goings-on before, during, and after its box office success.

Marilyn Monroe has been gone for over sixty years, and yet people are still talking about her. What, exactly, is the spell she casts on so many? Stunning, exciting to watch, incredibly famous, Monroe lived a very public life and died young, with a sad suddenness. All of this is true, and yet there is so much more to her story. On Marilyn Monroe: An Opinionated Guide looks past the sensation to the real legacy—her richly varied body of work.

Kino PRL-u. Możemy się zżymać na papierowe dialogi i natrętną propagandę, ale był to jedyny czas w historii polskiej kinematografii, kiedy zachodni recenzenci czekali na nowe obrazy z Polski. Scenariusze znad Wisły (jak np. „Kanał” Stawińskiego) podbijały serca włodarzy Hollywoodu, a termin „polska szkoła filmowa” został wpisany na stałe do światowego słownika popkultury. Polscy reżyserzy zażywali sławy porównywalnej z popularnością Antonioniego i Kurosawy, a polscy aktorzy stawali się gwiazdami festiwali filmowych.

The Wizarding Kitchen’s Guide to Magical Cooking is the perfect companion for any Harry Potter fan who wants to bring a taste of the magical world into their own kitchen. This cookbook features a wide variety of recipes for cooking, baking, candies, and drinks inspired by the beloved series.

From King Kong to Candyman, the boundary-pushing genre of horror film has always been a site for provocative explorations of race in American popular culture. This book offers a comprehensive chronological survey of Black horror from the 1890s to present day. In this second edition, Robin R. Means Coleman expands upon the history of notable characterizations of Blackness in horror cinema, with new chapters spanning the 1960s, 2000s, and 2010s to the present, and examines key levels of Black participation on screen and behind the camera. The book addresses a full range of Black horror films.

Introducing Unveling the World of One Piece, the ultimate handbook for fans of one of the most beloved anime series of all time. This comprehensive guide is a must-have for anyone who wants to dive deeper into the world of One Piece, with insights and analysis that will enrich the viewing experience and help you appreciate the series even more.

A groundbreaking look at the history of transgender representation in TV and film, by an of-the-moment and in-demand culture reporter. Narrated by Tre'vell Anderson, WE SEE EACH OTHER is a personal history of trans visibility since the beginning of moving images. A literary reckoning, it unearths a transcestry that's long existed in plain sight and in the shadows of history's annals, and further contextualizes our present moment of increased representation.

Director Jared Cohn has been through the Hollywood trenches and achieved his lifelong dream on the other side. With 50 films to his name and credits alongside greats like Bruce Willis and William Shatner, Jared has seen the good and bad of Hollywood, and he lays it all bare as he recounts his journey as a director. Fifty Movies Made is packed with stories of Jared’s behind-the-scenes adventures, his missteps, and the grit and determination it takes to make it in Hollywood.

The ultimate companion for fans of one of the most popular and groundbreaking animated series of all time. So whether you're a long-time fan or new to the show, Unveiling South Park is the perfect companion for anyone who wants to explore the wild, weird, and wonderful world of South Park....

Introducing Attack on Titan and the Human Condition: A Beyond the Wall Companion Guide: Comparing Attack on Titan’s Fictional Society with Real Life Issues, Politics and Culture, a thought-provoking exploration of the popular anime manga series and its connection to our own human experiences. This book delves into the themes that make Attack on Titan so captivating and relatable, using examples from the story to shed light on the universal truths of our own lives.

Looking for an in-depth exploration of one of the most iconic sitcoms of all time? Look no further than Unveiling Friends: From Central Perk To The Final Episode: Your One-Stop Guide To The Classic 90s Sitcom. This comprehensive guide offers a detailed examination of every aspect of the show, from its creation to its cultural impact.

Imagine 50 Cent’s Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter written by a nerdy Black kid from Newark, New Jersey, who made it big despite the skepticism of his family. That’s Top Billin'.

Based on exclusive interviews with the surviving cast and crew, friends and families of the stars, and other Hollywood insiders, Killin' Generals is a riveting must-listen for film buffs, military fans, and anyone who loves a down-and-dirty adventure tale. Detailed, insightful, and gossipy, Epstein's homage spotlights the movie's endless barrage of cinematic gold.

Growing up in a small town in Oregon, I was always searching for something to keep me occupied. Luckily, I discovered the joy of video games and the thrill of embarking on wild adventures outside. It was a welcome escape from reality, and a way to enter another world entirely. As I got older, movies became another avenue for me to immerse myself in different worlds and become one with the main character, living their story as if it was my own.