The James Bond Archives. “No Time To Die” Edition
£33.20£57.00 (-42%)
“Bond, James Bond.” Since Sean Connery uttered those immortal words in 1962, the most dashing secret agent in the history of cinema has been charming and thrilling audiences worldwide. This impeccably British character created by author Ian Fleming has starred in 25 EON-produced films, played by six different actors over five decades.
EON Productions opened their archives of photos, designs, storyboards, and production materials to editor Paul Duncan, who spent two years researching over one million images and 100 filing cabinets of documentation. The result is the most complete account of the making of the series, covering every James Bond film ever made, beginning with Dr. No (1962) and ending with No Time To Die (2021), including the spoof Casino Royale (1967) and Never Say Never Again (1983).
The wealth of previously unpublished photography, set designs, storyboards, and production memos is supplemented by an oral history recounted by over 150 cast and crew. From producers to stuntmen, directors to production designers, these personal narratives relate the true inside story from the Bond sets, offering outstanding insight into the personalities and processes behind the most successful and longest-running film franchise in cinema history. This book is a comprehensive tribute to the legend of James Bond.
The updated edition includes exclusive photography and new interviews with Daniel Craig, director Cary Fukunaga, producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, and many others, revealing the full story behind the making of the emotionally charged No Time To Die.
Made with unrestricted access to the Bond archives, this book recounts the history of James Bond in words and pictures
Among the 1,100 images are many previously unseen stills, on-set photos, memos, documents, storyboards, posters, and designs, plus unused concepts, and alternative designs
Behind-the-scenes stories from the people who were there: producers, directors, actors, screenwriters, production designers, special effects technicians, stuntmen, and other crew members
Includes every Bond film from Dr. No (1962) to No Time To Die (2021)
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Additional information
| Publisher | TASCHEN, 1st edition (31 Mar. 2023) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 648 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 383658932X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3836589321 |
| Dimensions | 33.66 x 5.08 x 24.77 cm |
by clifford webb
great book
by Amazon Customer
This is a lacklustre, smaller and cheaper version of the XXL -size edition.
Printed on cheaper paper, bound less sturdily with cheaper materials, and noticeably-smaller in dimensions and with editorial alterations from the original first-edition format of 2012 – and, of course, without the 12 frames of the 35mm print of DR NO included with the first print run – if you own the first edition of the XXL publication, you’ll immediately feel the drop in quality .
Happily, I DO own the 2012 publication in the monster size, so am reasonably content to now own a copy of this updated [but much more modest] facsimile.
NB: I note that Taschen have just published THE KEN ADAM ARCHIVE in a limited print run of 1200 copies [ with a further 200 artists’ proofs ] for the princely sum of £850:00 a pop. Notwithstanding the fact that this is an undoubtedly lavish [ and perfectly deserving ] tribute to the most talented and influential production designer in all Cinema, such books have indeed now become the preserve of the rich and privileged. Welcome to Britain in 2023.
by Luke91
This was a gift to my dad for Father’s Day. It arrived quickly and in great condition and at a much better price than I’d found elsewhere. 5 stars from me.
by D Allcock
Taschen’s reputation for the most lavish coffee table books is well know. This only goes to further that reputation. I know there are those who say this is inferior to the original XXL version which came with it’s own carrying box, that was stunning and I still kick myself for not buying one of these when I saw it years ago, but this is now so expensive used as to be out of reach for most mere mortals. This new, revised version is a great alternative. Fabulous quality print stock, a great large format with the most glorious behind the scenes photos and great accompanying explanations and copy, this is the perfect companion to the Bond enthusiast who has the Bond Blu Ray box set with all the extras. So many photos in here which are not on the discs of that box set, and so superbly printed in both colour and B&W.
If you, or someone you know, is a Bond enthusiast, then you need to buy this fabulous reference work whilst you can, when it sells out it’s value is sure to skyrocket. Not cheap but fantastic value.
by Amazon Customer
Fascinating facts, massive, beautiful book. A must for anyone who likes James Bond.