Essential introductions to the work of the world’s greatest directors. Comprehensive, authoritative, yet concise and accessible monographs on leading figures in the history of cinema. Organized chronologically, from the director’s earliest works to their most recent films. Clear and insightful texts written by some of the world’s most respected specialists – film critics, journalists and scholars. Richly illustrated with 100 images, including film stills, set photographs, film sequences and posters, some of which have rarely been seen before. Useful guide to the seminal films of the best directors. Includes a detailed biography, filmography and plot summaries.
