Dances with Wolves: The Illustrated Story of the Epic Film [Paperback]

Kevin Costner (Author), Michael Blake (Author), Jim Wilson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2002

Now back in print in an expanded edition with additional production notes and photos in full color, to coincide with major DVD launch from MGM in spring 2002. The fascinating official pictorial moviebook (over 300,000 copies sold of the first edition) of the seven-time Oscar®-winning film (including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay) takes readers behind the scenes to tell the complete story of the epic film, in a combination of screenplay and narrative, surrounded by text, photo, and art features on the Plains Indians, the frontier, and the Civil War history on which the movie was based. Includes articles by star/co-producer/director Kevin Costner, author Michael Blake, coproducer Jim Wilson and more than 170 photos and drawings—plus the complete cast and credits. Over 200 illustrations, 100 in color.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

YA-- With Costner's comment that the film "Dances with Wolves will forever be my love letter to the past," the stage is set for this book, which is a testament to the affection and care expended on the film. Glorious photographs, actual screenplay, and explanatory comments from actors, technical advisors, and the authors provide background for this production. The magnificence of the Native American, wolf, and buffalo, along with the respect and concern with which this film was made, are captured in this stirring work .
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

A beautifully produced book...If you are looking for a memento of the film, you can't go wrong here. -- Knoxville News-Sentinel

A companion book unexpectedly rich in details about Indian culture. -- The New York Times

Much more than a movie tie-in, this volume is a users' guide to Costner's epic film....A fascinating must-read. -- Voice of Youth Advocates

This companion book makes for fine post-movie rumination. -- Book Page

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Newmarket Press; 2nd edition (September 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557045283
• ISBN-13: 978-1557045287
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,604,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you hunger for more this book will satisfy, September 7, 1999

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This review is from: Dances With Wolves: The Illustrated Story of the Epic Film (Newmarket pictorial moviebooks) (Paperback)

I wonder if Kevin Costner even realizes the artistic and historic contribution he has made with this film. As an artist I found this book to satisfy my graphic appetite and as a romantic I have, once again, been allowed to travel back in time. Mr. Costner has shown us his artistic brilliance in so many ways and I thank him for his efforts. Enjoy the book; it is a treasure.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars About the movie!, August 3, 2001

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This review is from: Dances with Wolves: The Illustrated Story of the Epic Film (Newmarket Pictorial Moviebooks) (Hardcover)

If you liked the movie then this book is a must! Not only was Kevin Costner make one of the best films in history but he followed it up with this great book! My daughter picked this one up for me at a library sale. I didn't even know it existed to be honest or I would have purchased it myself. The book is a bit tattered so I checked out the local bookstore and although they didn't have it on the shelf, it can be ordered. If you liked the movie then consider this book for your collection. I fully recommend this great work of art by Mister Costner and friend.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A nice addtition to the movie, August 26, 2006

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This review is from: Dances with Wolves: The Illustrated Story of the Epic Film (Newmarket Pictorial Moviebooks) (Hardcover)

Dances with wolves is one of my favourite movies ever. Once you see the movie as many times as I've seen it :) you try to find something else to continue the story. The ilustrated story of the epic brings you back to the movie and has very nice photos and comments of several scenes. I reccomend it to any fan of the movie.