3-D Movies: A History and Filmography of Stereoscopic Cinema (McFarland classics) [Paperback]

R. M. Hayes (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0786405783 | ISBN-13: 978-0786405787 | Publication Date: October 1998 | Edition: New edition

3-D Movies is the first full and accurate history of the 3-D film from the earliest part of the twentieth century to the present. Full technical specifications are included, sometimes with equipment photos. An exhaustive filmography covers over 200 films with never-before-published credits and details.

The serious researcher and 3-D fan alike will be delighted to find here details unavailable from any other source on such features as The Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dial M for Murder, House of Wax, Captain EO, Metalstorm, Hondo, Kiss Me Kate, Miss Sadie Thompson.... The book is profusely illustrated with stills, ad illustrations and behind-the-scenes photos.

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The popular view of 3-D movies places them in the 1950s as a gimmick to lure viewers away from their new TV sets. This history, thoroughly researched, demonstrates that "stereoscopic" films have a long history and are still being produced (witness Captain Eo , the Michael Jackson fantasy made for Disney theme parks). Following a narrative history, Hayes compiles credits, synopses, and commentaries on virtually every 3-D film ever produced. Unfortunately, the historical section leans so much toward the technical that it will be of little interest to the average reader. And Hayes's personal and informal comments in the filmography section are intrusive and often way off base.
-Thomas Wiener, formerly with "American Film," Washington, D.C.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

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"Informative... cunning process is explained in full... exhaustive A-Z of all 3-D titles... extensive cast and credit lists." -- Film Review

"The most complete history yet of the ill fated 3-D systems" -- Movie Collector’s World

"Well written…a must" -- Choice

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Product Details

• Paperback: 430 pages
• Publisher: McFarland & Company; New edition edition (October 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786405783
• ISBN-13: 978-0786405787
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #813,445 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent book as a reference guide, September 5, 2003

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This review is from: 3-D Movies: A History and Filmography of Stereoscopic Cinema (McFarland classics) (Paperback)

The first part of this book covers the historic aspects of Stereoscopic film making and is well written and interesting but the majority of the book is a reference guide to 3D movies. It is a great reference guide for anyone interested in 3D movies but it is not the greated book if you are looking for an in depth historical look at this genre. If you are a true 3D movie fan, this book is an indespensable reference.

5.0 out of 5 stars A nice book on 3D film, January 6, 2012

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This review is from: 3-D Movies: A History and Filmography of Stereoscopic Cinema (McFarland classics) (Paperback)

I gave this book as a Christmas present to a film buff who has dozens of other movie books, and he was ecstatic over this one. A thorough history of 3-D movies and a list of every one ever made (including all the ones no longer available!).