Elstree Studios: A Celebration of Film and Television
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Elstree Studios is a lavish tribute to ninety years of film and television production. These renowned film studios have been home to some of the most successful and enduring film and television programmes produced in the UK, from Star Wars, Indiana Jones and The Avengers to The King’s Speech and TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and Big Brother.
With contributions from actors, directors and behind-the-scenes personnel, this book traces the studios’ history, from humble beginnings, through the golden age of film, tough times and the threat of closure to becoming London’s go-to film and television studio today. This fascinating history is lavishly illustrated with over 250 photographs and film stills.
Published in association with the studios, this is a celebration of world-class film and TV, and provides an intriguing insight into the past glories and hurdles faced by Elstree Studios and the film and television industry, looking forward to an exciting future.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Michael O'Mara, Illustrated edition (22 Oct. 2015) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 192 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1782433813 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1782433811 |
| Dimensions | 21.59 x 2.29 x 27.94 cm |
by Keith Wilton
A bit disapponted with the content but otherwise it is a satisfactory record of Elstree Studios and so I would describe it as coffer-table reading. Interesting but not particularly revealing.
by david
I found this book very interesting and photos of the stars and close up scenes. I also been to the studios for a tv show being made and it’s like a small! Hollywood at Elstree. Favourite films were made by Lucas and Spielberg.
by Wingate
Lots of interesting photos accompanied by a text that takes you quickly through the 90 year up and down history of this studio.Only took a couple of days to read
by Salty Sea Dog From the Salty Sea
Some interesting facts and details, easy to read and some great images definitely recommend.
by Mr T W Adamson
Interesting book fully illustrated with rare behind the scenes photos of the many Great British productions from both TV and radio that have been filmed at the studios over the years.
Would make a fascinating documentary.
by Amazon Customer
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Elstree Studios: A Celebration. It was a great read – highly informative and well-researched. It charts the progress and evolution of a British Institution through film, television and film again. It includes rare and precious publicity photos most of which have remained unseen since they were first published. I would recommend this book to anyone with a passion for British films and television.
by Mrs. H.
Best of the film fact books, so many British films and programmes made there.
by Simon Chew
Excellent book for anyone who has a serious interest.