motion pictures

A guide to over 1,000 movies of the sound era including the cast list, production credits, and a list of Oscar winning films from 1927-1978.

The arrival of a band of moviemaking visionaries in peaceful Leewood Heights enlivens the summer of 1914 for twelve-year-old Miranda.

Forty-two essays by distinguished writers explore the future as depicted in science fiction films.

Reviews movies that are available on DVD or tape. Each entry includes title, alternate title, one-to four-bone rating, year released, MPAA rating, brief review, length, format, country of origin, cast, technical personnel, awards and made-for-television/cable/video designations.

Provides descriptions, filmographies, and related information on 101 selected horror films, chronologically arranged between 1910s and the 2000s; and features "Dracula, " "Rosemary's Baby, " "Nightmare on Elm Street, " "28 Days Later, " and others.

Collects critical discussion and debate from Twilight fans over the relationship between the lead characters in Stephenie Meyer's series, favorite characters, along with other aspects of the plot.

Presents a brief biography of Auguste and Louis Lumi?re, nineteenth century inventors, and provides information on their childhood, their education, and their achievements in science, including how they invented the Cinematographe.

Presents parodies from "MAD" magazine, in graphic format, of eighteen "Best Picture" winners and twenty losers, including "Casablanca, " "Fatal Attraction, " "The Godfather, " and "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.".

Profiles careers in the fields of film and television, such as assistant director, wardrobe stylist, and music editor, describing their duties and special skills required, and providing practical advice and details on people who have achieved success in those specific jobs.