Author: Chris Bentley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905287741
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
For 50 years, producer Gerry Anderson has entertained television viewers with his own unique style of programs, presenting futuristic action-adventure stories in a variety of visual media ranging from Supermarionation puppetry and live action combined with state-of-the-art model effects to animatronics, stop-motion, and CGI animation. In this revised volume, Chris Bentley details all of Gerry Anderson's productions, including not only such cult television series such as Thunderbirds, UFO, and Space:1999, but also his feature films and unseen pilot episodes. The book also includes story synopses, production dates, broadcast details, full cast and crew lists, script changes, missing scenes, continuity errors and miscellaneous trivia from over 500 television episodes. This new edition also includes more than 60 color photographs as well as behind-the-scenes information from Gerry Anderson's 2005 series, Captain Scarlet.
The Complete Gerry Anderson
Author: Chris Bentley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905287741
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
For 50 years, producer Gerry Anderson has entertained television viewers with his own unique style of programs, presenting futuristic action-adventure stories in a variety of visual media ranging from Supermarionation puppetry and live action combined with state-of-the-art model effects to animatronics, stop-motion, and CGI animation. In this revised volume, Chris Bentley details all of Gerry Anderson's productions, including not only such cult television series such as Thunderbirds, UFO, and Space:1999, but also his feature films and unseen pilot episodes. The book also includes story synopses, production dates, broadcast details, full cast and crew lists, script changes, missing scenes, continuity errors and miscellaneous trivia from over 500 television episodes. This new edition also includes more than 60 color photographs as well as behind-the-scenes information from Gerry Anderson's 2005 series, Captain Scarlet.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905287741
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
For 50 years, producer Gerry Anderson has entertained television viewers with his own unique style of programs, presenting futuristic action-adventure stories in a variety of visual media ranging from Supermarionation puppetry and live action combined with state-of-the-art model effects to animatronics, stop-motion, and CGI animation. In this revised volume, Chris Bentley details all of Gerry Anderson's productions, including not only such cult television series such as Thunderbirds, UFO, and Space:1999, but also his feature films and unseen pilot episodes. The book also includes story synopses, production dates, broadcast details, full cast and crew lists, script changes, missing scenes, continuity errors and miscellaneous trivia from over 500 television episodes. This new edition also includes more than 60 color photographs as well as behind-the-scenes information from Gerry Anderson's 2005 series, Captain Scarlet.
The Complete Book of Garry Anderson's UFO
Author: Chris Bentley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995519107
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780995519107
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Gerry Anderson's the Day After Tomorrow
Author: Gregory Norris
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781548574727
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Suspended high above a dying Earth at Space Station Delta, the light ship Altares readies to launch for mankind's first intergalactic mission to the stars. Neighbouring Alpha Centauri is the destination for the crew of five, whose aim is to inspire hope for an overcrowded and desperate planet. But almost from the moment the launch, the crew finds itself in mortal jeopardy. Based on the classic Gerry Anderson (Thunderbirds, Space: 1999) made-for-TV movie - The Day After Tomorrow (also known as Into Infinity)
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781548574727
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Suspended high above a dying Earth at Space Station Delta, the light ship Altares readies to launch for mankind's first intergalactic mission to the stars. Neighbouring Alpha Centauri is the destination for the crew of five, whose aim is to inspire hope for an overcrowded and desperate planet. But almost from the moment the launch, the crew finds itself in mortal jeopardy. Based on the classic Gerry Anderson (Thunderbirds, Space: 1999) made-for-TV movie - The Day After Tomorrow (also known as Into Infinity)
The Worlds of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson
Author: Ian Fryer
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Thunderbirds, Stingray, Fireball XL5, Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons, UFO and Space:1999 just some of the TV series produced by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson that have thrilled generations of people worldwide from the 1960s right into the 21st Century. As the new series Thunderbirds Are Go! updates the exploits of International Rescue for a new era, Ian Fryer, film historian and editor of Gerry Anderson s official appreciation society magazine, brings an in-depth look into the making of the iconic television shows that inspired it. The background to the making of the Supermarionation series, and the live action science fiction classics that followed, is brought to life along with the turbulent times for British film making in which they were made. A fascinating read for fans of the Anderson puppet and live action series and for anyone interested in film and television history."
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Thunderbirds, Stingray, Fireball XL5, Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons, UFO and Space:1999 just some of the TV series produced by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson that have thrilled generations of people worldwide from the 1960s right into the 21st Century. As the new series Thunderbirds Are Go! updates the exploits of International Rescue for a new era, Ian Fryer, film historian and editor of Gerry Anderson s official appreciation society magazine, brings an in-depth look into the making of the iconic television shows that inspired it. The background to the making of the Supermarionation series, and the live action science fiction classics that followed, is brought to life along with the turbulent times for British film making in which they were made. A fascinating read for fans of the Anderson puppet and live action series and for anyone interested in film and television history."
Gerry Anderson's UFO
Author: Chris Bentley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905287352
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Meticulous research and painstaking attention to detail have gone into these multiangle views and cutaways. Skydiver, the futuristic gull-wing cars, the SHADO interceptors, the Space Intruder Detector, and installations such as SHADO's Moonbase complex have never looked so exciting or so realistic. Nick Foreman's CGI illustrations--the first time this technique has been used in an official Gerry Anderson book--are accompanied by detailed notes on design, specification, and performance. Following in the footsteps of "The Complete Book of Gerry Anderson's UFO," this book will be a must-have purchase for all true Anderson fans.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905287352
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Meticulous research and painstaking attention to detail have gone into these multiangle views and cutaways. Skydiver, the futuristic gull-wing cars, the SHADO interceptors, the Space Intruder Detector, and installations such as SHADO's Moonbase complex have never looked so exciting or so realistic. Nick Foreman's CGI illustrations--the first time this technique has been used in an official Gerry Anderson book--are accompanied by detailed notes on design, specification, and performance. Following in the footsteps of "The Complete Book of Gerry Anderson's UFO," this book will be a must-have purchase for all true Anderson fans.
Century 21: Menace from Space
Author: Gerry Anderson
Publisher: Signum
ISBN: 9780956653420
Category : Heroes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Classic comic strips from the worlds of Gerry Anderson."
Publisher: Signum
ISBN: 9780956653420
Category : Heroes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Classic comic strips from the worlds of Gerry Anderson."
Gerry Anderson's FAB Facts
Author: Simon Archer
Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)
ISBN: 9780006382478
Category : Science fiction television programs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The original Thunderbirds revealed - inside this illustrated book are all the secrets of International Rescue and Tracy Island. Back to the future with a detailed behind-the-scenes view of the Supermarionation fantasy world masterminded by puppet genius Gerry Anderson. Featuring exclusive pictures of the characters, sets and models in the making, Fab Facts is the book every fan must have. From Thunderbirds, Stingray and Captain Scarlet to Torchy, Twizzle, Fireball XL5, UFO, Joe 90 and Space:1999, enter the magical, fantastical world of Gerry Anderson.
Publisher: HarperCollins (UK)
ISBN: 9780006382478
Category : Science fiction television programs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The original Thunderbirds revealed - inside this illustrated book are all the secrets of International Rescue and Tracy Island. Back to the future with a detailed behind-the-scenes view of the Supermarionation fantasy world masterminded by puppet genius Gerry Anderson. Featuring exclusive pictures of the characters, sets and models in the making, Fab Facts is the book every fan must have. From Thunderbirds, Stingray and Captain Scarlet to Torchy, Twizzle, Fireball XL5, UFO, Joe 90 and Space:1999, enter the magical, fantastical world of Gerry Anderson.
Gerry Anderson's Supermarionation Cross-Sections
Author: Graham Bleathman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781842224113
Category : Animated television programs
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Inside this definitive companion to Gerry Anderson's televsion series you will find detailed colour illustrations of craft and settings with cutaways to reveal exactly what they contain. It includes Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, Stingray, and Joe 90. For ages 8 +.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781842224113
Category : Animated television programs
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Inside this definitive companion to Gerry Anderson's televsion series you will find detailed colour illustrations of craft and settings with cutaways to reveal exactly what they contain. It includes Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, Stingray, and Joe 90. For ages 8 +.
Thunderbirds
Author: Marcus Hearn
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0753551233
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Celebrating over 50 years of the classic TV series, this beautiful, lavish hardback written by Thunderbirds expert Marcus Hearn. Contains exclusive, never before published behind the scenes material and interviews with cast and crew and tells the story of one of this enduring cult phenomenon. Thunderbirds are GO! 'A most enjoyable step back in time!' -- ***** Reader review 'You can never have enough Thunderbirds' -- ***** Reader review 'CHOCK FULL of pretty much everything there is to know about Thunderbirds' -- ***** Reader review 'Unputdownable' -- ***** Reader review 'If you are a fan, this is the ONE BOOK you must not miss out on' -- ***** Reader review 'A treasure' -- ***** Reader review 'Beautiful book full of all the information a real fan needs' -- ***** Reader review 'F.A.B. (FLIPPING ACTUALLY BRILLIANT)' -- ***** Reader review *********************************************************************************************** On 30th September 1965, International Rescue successfully completed their first assignment, and the Tracy brothers imprinted themselves on a generation of captivated children. Thirty-two episodes, many repeats, sixty territories, two feature films, three albums, numerous comics, books, toys, videos and DVDs and over five decades later, Thunderbirds are still saving the world from the brink of peril. Thunderbirds: The Vault will be the first ever lavishly illustrated, definitive, beautifully packaged, presentation hardback telling the story of this enduring cult phenomenon. Packed with previously unpublished material, including prop photos, design sketches, production memos and other collectible memorabilia, plus specially commissioned photography of original 60s merchandise, and new interviews with cast and crew, this is a collectors' dream and a fantastic piece of British TV history.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0753551233
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Celebrating over 50 years of the classic TV series, this beautiful, lavish hardback written by Thunderbirds expert Marcus Hearn. Contains exclusive, never before published behind the scenes material and interviews with cast and crew and tells the story of one of this enduring cult phenomenon. Thunderbirds are GO! 'A most enjoyable step back in time!' -- ***** Reader review 'You can never have enough Thunderbirds' -- ***** Reader review 'CHOCK FULL of pretty much everything there is to know about Thunderbirds' -- ***** Reader review 'Unputdownable' -- ***** Reader review 'If you are a fan, this is the ONE BOOK you must not miss out on' -- ***** Reader review 'A treasure' -- ***** Reader review 'Beautiful book full of all the information a real fan needs' -- ***** Reader review 'F.A.B. (FLIPPING ACTUALLY BRILLIANT)' -- ***** Reader review *********************************************************************************************** On 30th September 1965, International Rescue successfully completed their first assignment, and the Tracy brothers imprinted themselves on a generation of captivated children. Thirty-two episodes, many repeats, sixty territories, two feature films, three albums, numerous comics, books, toys, videos and DVDs and over five decades later, Thunderbirds are still saving the world from the brink of peril. Thunderbirds: The Vault will be the first ever lavishly illustrated, definitive, beautifully packaged, presentation hardback telling the story of this enduring cult phenomenon. Packed with previously unpublished material, including prop photos, design sketches, production memos and other collectible memorabilia, plus specially commissioned photography of original 60s merchandise, and new interviews with cast and crew, this is a collectors' dream and a fantastic piece of British TV history.
The Epic Structure of Space 1999
Author: John K. Balor
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387360086
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 742
Book Description
This book contains transcripts from Online Alpha discussions where the epic and narrative structure of SPACE 1999 is being discussed by comparing episodes with themes, characters and elements of plot from the Homeric Odyssey and Lewis Carroll's stories about Alice. The discussion is motivated by questions raised in the scholarly literature and earlier Online Alpha debates about how to make sense of SPACE 1999 from the viewpoint of critical theory. The book has been developed on an idealistic basis. It is sold at the lowest price the publisher was willing to accept. A free e-book version can be downloaded at www.lulu.com.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1387360086
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 742
Book Description
This book contains transcripts from Online Alpha discussions where the epic and narrative structure of SPACE 1999 is being discussed by comparing episodes with themes, characters and elements of plot from the Homeric Odyssey and Lewis Carroll's stories about Alice. The discussion is motivated by questions raised in the scholarly literature and earlier Online Alpha debates about how to make sense of SPACE 1999 from the viewpoint of critical theory. The book has been developed on an idealistic basis. It is sold at the lowest price the publisher was willing to accept. A free e-book version can be downloaded at www.lulu.com.