Bøger af J. R. Jordan

"Historian J.R. Jordan takes us on a fascinating film-by-film journey behind the scenes into the genesis and creative process of one of Hollywood's greatest filmmakers, chronicling Billy Wilder's unique blend of cynicism, wit, and emotional depth that made his movies so memorable. As a researcher and fan, Jordan's concise summaries and thoughtful insights into Wilder's vision will inspire readers to rewatch his incredible body of work with even greater appreciation for the enduring legacy Wilder left behind."-Jaime Paglia, TV writer/showrunner, and co-creator of Eureka "I want to live in Billy Wilder's movies, forever, all of the time. J.R. Jordan's terrific, loving book Magic Time allows me to carry them around with me wherever I go."-Will Leitch, author of How Lucky and The Time Has Come "Detailed and insightful, especially on the writing and production of Wilder's finest films."-Martin Keady, The Script Lab "Through loving analysis, behind-the-scenes context, and a painstaking look at Wilder's career-spanning motifs, Jordan gives us an engrossing 'director's cut' of one of cinema's greatest filmographies."-Ian Simmons, Chicago Film Critics Association "J.R. Jordan puts before us a fascinating excursion into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most versatile filmmakers. Jordan's book also offers insight into the many luminaries who crossed Wilder's path during his five decades of picture making. This is one of the best-written and thoroughly researched bios of a cinematic legend."-Steve Randisi, Author of The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story About the Author: J.R. Jordan has been writing about motion pictures for several years. He is the author of Showmanship: The Cinema of William Castle and Robert Wise: The Motion Pictures.

"Historian J.R. Jordan takes us on a fascinating film-by-film journey behind the scenes into the genesis and creative process of one of Hollywood's greatest filmmakers, chronicling Billy Wilder's unique blend of cynicism, wit, and emotional depth that made his movies so memorable. As a researcher and fan, Jordan's concise summaries and thoughtful insights into Wilder's vision will inspire readers to rewatch his incredible body of work with even greater appreciation for the enduring legacy Wilder left behind."-Jaime Paglia, TV writer/showrunner, and co-creator of Eureka "I want to live in Billy Wilder's movies, forever, all of the time. J.R. Jordan's terrific, loving book Magic Time allows me to carry them around with me wherever I go."-Will Leitch, author of How Lucky and The Time Has Come "Detailed and insightful, especially on the writing and production of Wilder's finest films."-Martin Keady, The Script Lab "Through loving analysis, behind-the-scenes context, and a painstaking look at Wilder's career-spanning motifs, Jordan gives us an engrossing 'director's cut' of one of cinema's greatest filmographies."-Ian Simmons, Chicago Film Critics Association "J.R. Jordan puts before us a fascinating excursion into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most versatile filmmakers. Jordan's book also offers insight into the many luminaries who crossed Wilder's path during his five decades of picture making. This is one of the best-written and thoroughly researched bios of a cinematic legend."-Steve Randisi, Author of The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story About the Author: J.R. Jordan has been writing about motion pictures for several years. He is the author of Showmanship: The Cinema of William Castle and Robert Wise: The Motion Pictures.