plots, themes, etc

Lists the 100 best movies of all time. Describes the plot of each movie, lists the main characters, and discusses the film's commercial and critical success. Includes photos from important scenes of the film.

"Every great filmmaker has role models and films which inspired him or her to greater and greater heights. Here, for the first time, is a guide that takes you into the inner workings of classic scenes, revealing the aspects that make them great and the reasons they have served as inspirations. An invaluable resource for screenwriter, cinematographer, actor, director, and editor, Richard Pepperman's book uses examples from six decades of international films to illustrate what happens when story, character, dialogue, text, subtext, and set-ups come together to create cinematic magic. With more than 400 selected movie frames in a wide-screen format, this book can help you emulate the masters and achieve your dreams."--BOOK JACKET.

Over 450 entries including themes, settings, and film series released or broadcast through December 1989.

A practical guide to over 1,300 movie suggestions that are tailored to everyday situations and listed by categories including holidays, seasonal passages, life phases, and nostalgia.

Looks at 70 seminal films from seven decades of moviemaking.

Presents a behind-the-scenes account of the techniques and trials of training various animals who have appeared in Disney productions.

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