1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die

back cover These are the films nobody should missfrom 12 Angry Men to Z, from art house classic to westerntheir selection for this book based on historical, popular, and critical acclaim. This huge volume gives you the reviews, often witty, always informative, and written by a team of internationally published critics. Once you open 1001 Movies you'll never be at a loss for a film choice again. flap copy Here is everything you need to know about the movies you simply must seeall 1001 of them! Whether you want to look up details about a film you thought you knew by heart, or if you're simply trying to decide what to watch tonight, 1001 Movies will serve as your ultimate movie guide. It presents everything you need to know about those magnificent, must-see filmsnot only the ones you shouldn't have missed the first time around, but also the classics that are worth seeing again and again. Open this book to any page and you'll find a major film's vital statistics, plus a few facts about it that might surprise you. If you collect DVDs and VCRs, you'll find this volume a must for your bookshelf. But even if you're simply a casual moviegoer, you're sure to enjoy browsing through this big, entertaining volume. For students of cinema, for discerning film buffs, for enthusiastic fans, and for readers who enjoy thumbing through and reminiscing over unforgettable screen memories, here's the place to start reading. You'll find information and reviews covering nearly a century of memorable movies. So read, enjoy, and relish!Schneider, Steven Jay is the author of '1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die' with ISBN 9780764157011 and ISBN 0764157019.