David Bowie. The Man Who Fell To Earth. 40th Ed.

Binding: Hardcover
Description: First advertised as a mind - stretching experience Nicolas Roeg's 1976 The Man Who Fell to Earth stunned the cinema world. A tour - de - force of science fiction as art form the movie brought not only hallucinatory visuals and a haunting exploration of contemporary alienation but also glam - rock legend David Bowie in his lead role debut as paranoid alien Newton. Based on Walter Tevis's 1963 sci - fi fable of the same title The Man Who Fell to Earth follows alien Newton from his arrival on earth in search of water; his transition to wealthy entrepreneur leveraging the advanced technologies of his native planet; his sexual awakening with the young Mary - Lou; and then the discovery of his alien identity his imprisonment abandonment and descent into alcoholism. Throughout Roeg coaxed a beguiling performance from his cast presenting not only Bowie in ethereal space - traveler glory but also pitch - perfect supporting performances from Candy Clark Rip Torn and Buck Henry. Taschen's The Man Who Fell to Earth presents a plenitude of stills and behind - the - scenes images by unit photographer David James including numerous shots of Bowie at his playful and ambiguous best. A fresh introductory essay explores the shooting of the film and its lasting impact drawing upon an exclusive interview with David James who brings first - hand insights into the making of this sci - fi masterwork.
Title: David Bowie. The Man Who Fell To Earth. 40th Ed.
Brand: Taschen Gmbh
Barcode: 9783836593168
Pages: 480 Pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 7/3/2024
Series: 40th Edition
Category: Films, Cinema