Grande Illusions: A Learn-By-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Make-Up Effects from the Films of Tom Savini [Paperback]

Tom Savini (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 135 pages
• Publisher: Imagine; 1st edition (January 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0911137009
• ISBN-13: 978-0911137002
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,886 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE!, November 17, 2004

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Jim Childs (Las Vegas, Nevada, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grande Illusions: A Learn-By-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Make-Up Effects from the Films of Tom Savini (Paperback)

I am fortunate to still own my original copy, especially since it has long been out of print and extremely costly to replace. But if you are a fan of Tom Savini and the horror genre it is worth owning. Stephen King provides the introduction and George Romero writes the preface. Tom Savini takes over describing his love for the art and how he developed his interest in make-up special effects. Filled with incredible and rare photos, the book takes us on a step-by-step process on how to recreate the gruesome F/X that made him famous. The book also reflects a humorous and playful side of Tom Savini as he demonstrates what he does best.
The special effects from "Deathdream," "Dreanged," "Martin," "Dawn of the Dead," "The Burning," "The Prowler," "Creepshow," "Maniac," "Eyes of a Stranger," and "Friday the 13th" are all featured here. Also included is a scrapbook of Tom Savini's work and off-the-wall creations.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book as much as I enjoy Pepsi., April 21, 2002

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Stu Parker (Not Boulder, Colorado (I've been watching The Stand)) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Grande Illusions: A Learn-By-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Make-Up Effects from the Films of Tom Savini (Paperback)

I like this book because it's a learning tool that gave me exactly what I was looking for. I was tired of looking through Make-up effect books that had two pages devoted to doing horror effects. Stephen King and George Romero (or just horror in general) will really enjoy this book. As will make-up effect artist.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book, Great for FX students & fans, July 14, 2001

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L. Wimberley (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grande Illusions: A Learn-By-Example Guide to the Art and Technique of Special Make-Up Effects from the Films of Tom Savini (Paperback)

This book is a manual for every horror fan, FX student, and lover of Savini around. I was lucky enough to get a copy of this from my schools bookstore, and might i say, what a find! Explained in gory detail, every effect is uncovered. The book has many hpotos, most in black in white, some in nice bloody color! Lots to look at, and plently to read about, this book is THE BEST! Even if your not into special FX, I'm sure you've seen the horror movies he's done, and its worth reading to find out how this talented man created these effects.