Thomson, David

An indispensable book for film students and filmgoers, completely revised and brought up to date, with more than two hundred new entries and with more than one thousand entries on leading international actors, directors, and producers.

In "The Moment of Psycho," film critic David Thomson situates "Psycho" in Alfred Hitchcock's career, recreating the mood and time when the seminal film erupted onto film screens worldwide. Thomson brilliantly demonstrates how Hitchcock's creation represented all America wanted from a film--and still does.

Examines the life and career of American actor Marlon Brando, and includes photographs from his many movies and plays.

A reference guide to the film industry, with more than thirteen hundred entries on leading international actors, directors, and producers.

Contains over 1,300 alphabetically arranged entries that provide brief biographical and critical information on people associated with the film industry, including actors and actresses, directors, and producers.

Presents brief essays that describe the plotlines, characters, and themes from one thousand motion pictures in response to the question, "What should I see?".

Explores the life of film legend Humphrey Bogart and details the progression of his career. Outlines the factors that made him so famous and features black-and-white photographs throughout.

A biography of movie actress Bette Davis. Describes her roles, her costars, her battles with her studio and her four husbands, and her award-winning performances.