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Scarface: The Ultimate Guide (English Edition) Formato Kindle

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Scarface is one of the most quoted movies of all time. Every thirty-seven seconds, 24 hours a day, someone somewhere around the world does a bad Tony Montana impression. The movie’s dialogue litters the lyrics of gangsta rap. Lines like “Don’t get high on your own supply” and “Every day above ground is a good day” have bled into the lexicon and become proverbial. It’s hard to think of another film that was dismissed by the majority of critics and moviegoers when first released but still has had the same cultural impact as Scarface.
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Sammy K.
5,0 su 5 stelle Fantastic and educational!
Recensito in Italia il 21 ottobre 2013
The definitive book on "Scarface" is here. This is essential reading for fans of the movie (the 1980s one). There is no audio commentary for "Scarface," so I was excited to read this. The book discusses the origins of the movie and its development history -- with essays, trivia, and lots of fascinating factoids. I had no idea most of "Scarface" was Sidney Lumet's idea. The producers wanted to do a 1930s period piece before he thought to set it in Miami. This was not Oliver Stone's idea, but Stone's script borrows heavily from the original movie -- including a lot of the dialogue.

This book debunks a lot of myths about "Scarface" and gets to the truth behind `Making Of' documentaries and all the false rumors (like Pacino ad-libbed the word `yeyo') put out on the web by the likes of IMDB. The book goes through a lengthy analysis of the movie, scene by scene. I thought I knew a lot about "Scarface" until I read this book. Give it a read if you like film analysis and you like "Scarface"!
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Sheryl
5,0 su 5 stelle A Novel Idea,
Recensito in Italia il 14 ottobre 2013
To get "Scarface" on the screen filmmakers had to overcome many obstacles. This guide by Damian Stevenson is very interesting and informative. Taking us through each scene in detail, the author leads into the political aspects as well as the creative minds involved in the production of Scarface.
The depth of knowledge that went into this book is amazing and insightful. Crisp with new vision I will watch the movie Scarface again just so I can catch so many scenes I missed before.
Better prepared I will enjoy the movie with my husband this time.

I give Scarface: The Ultimate Guide 5 stars and highly recommend it to all of you who often use the phrase, "Say hello to my leetle freend."
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AP Teacher
5,0 su 5 stelle BRILLIANT BOOK THAT MAKES THE MOVIE BETTER
Recensito in Italia il 8 dicembre 2013
This entire book should be included on the DVD as an "Extra" that you should watch before you settle in with your popcorn. I don't know how many times I have watched the iconic movie but I guarantee I will watch it many more times because of what I learned in Scarface: The Ultimate Guide. Damian Stevenson has written a fantistic account of the movie and teaches you some really intriguing points about the movie's message. Claiming to be the "Ultimate Guide" is an understatement. This book delivers beyond ultimate. I wish there were books this good for all of my favorite movies.
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Jonny
5,0 su 5 stelle scarface
Recensito in Italia il 9 febbraio 2015
I have loved `Scarface' for many years and was thrilled to find this book. It is awesome. There is so much information in these pages, including original essays, interviews and a wealth of facts about the original production, its reception and the movie's place in popular culture. A brilliantly written and informative book.
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Sophia Gampton
5,0 su 5 stelle Very interesting
Recensito in Italia il 15 ottobre 2013
This is a brilliant book regardless of whether or not you are a huge Scarface fan. I enjoyed the book as a big film fan and it did have me reaching for the DVD. The book is encyclopedic in its wealth of information about the film and is well-organised and very engaging.
I look forward to reading other film books which the author promises.
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B Nelson
5,0 su 5 stelle A great movie deserves the best guide!
Recensito in Italia il 20 ottobre 2013
Wow! I want an Ultimate Guide to all my favorite movies. This is an incredible amount of information. He knows everything about this movie and the original 1932 film. In fact, he’s a real Hollywood historian! Even if this isn’t your favorite movie, it’s a truly fun read. And if Scarface is in your top ten, order this now – you’ll love it!
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Ashley O'Connell
5,0 su 5 stelle GREAT MOVIE BOOK
Recensito in Italia il 6 dicembre 2013
I thought I knew everything about ‘Scarface’ until I read this incredibly informative little book. I can’t believe I was watching the same movie as this guy. He breaks it down shot by shot and there’s so much I missed. It’s a fascinating book about a fascinating movie.
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Christoph
5,0 su 5 stelle push it to the Limit!
Recensito in Germania il 21 dicembre 2023
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the Limit, the Limit, the Limit, THE LIMEEEHEEET!
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ER Reviews
5,0 su 5 stelle ESSENTIAL READING
Recensito in Messico il 23 ottobre 2013
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At long last, "Scarface" receives the serious treatment it deserves. Thanks to the meticulous research and creative mind of screenwriter and novelist Damian Stevenson fans now have an bible for the 1983 De Palma movie. Good movie books are rare.
There is one other book on "Scarface" ("Scarface Nation" By Ken Tucker) but it is riddled with errors and is superficial. "Scarface: The Ultimate Guide" is a detailed and intelligent examination of the movie from its inception to release - and beyond. The book feels fresh and is a great, fun and informative read. No doubt the release of this incredibly detailed, authoritative book is timed to the movie's 30th anniversary this year.
I have seen `Scarface' countless times and thought I knew everything about it but I learned a lot from this book. At times the information was a little overwhelming. I'm not sure if people care too much about camera angles or the references to `Star Wars' but at least the writer keeps the technical aspects to a minimum. The book's best part is the shot by shot (or close) analysis of the film. It's like seeing the movie through a new set of eyes. I had no idea De Palma's film was so layered.
The facts that struck me that I wasn't aware of before: how similar the movie is to the original 1932 film (especially so much of the dialogue!); how the shoot had to leave Miami because of protests about the script's treatment of Cubans; how the style of the film influenced the look of "Miami Vice;" the movie's strange antisemitism; the power of the music and how it is used; how De Palma uses the camera to enhance scenes; and all the trivia that is packed into this short but brilliant book!
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ER Reviews
5,0 su 5 stelle ESSENTIAL READING
Recensito in Brasile il 23 ottobre 2013
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At long last, "Scarface" receives the serious treatment it deserves. Thanks to the meticulous research and creative mind of screenwriter and novelist Damian Stevenson fans now have an bible for the 1983 De Palma movie. Good movie books are rare.
There is one other book on "Scarface" ("Scarface Nation" By Ken Tucker) but it is riddled with errors and is superficial. "Scarface: The Ultimate Guide" is a detailed and intelligent examination of the movie from its inception to release - and beyond. The book feels fresh and is a great, fun and informative read. No doubt the release of this incredibly detailed, authoritative book is timed to the movie's 30th anniversary this year.
I have seen `Scarface' countless times and thought I knew everything about it but I learned a lot from this book. At times the information was a little overwhelming. I'm not sure if people care too much about camera angles or the references to `Star Wars' but at least the writer keeps the technical aspects to a minimum. The book's best part is the shot by shot (or close) analysis of the film. It's like seeing the movie through a new set of eyes. I had no idea De Palma's film was so layered.
The facts that struck me that I wasn't aware of before: how similar the movie is to the original 1932 film (especially so much of the dialogue!); how the shoot had to leave Miami because of protests about the script's treatment of Cubans; how the style of the film influenced the look of "Miami Vice;" the movie's strange antisemitism; the power of the music and how it is used; how De Palma uses the camera to enhance scenes; and all the trivia that is packed into this short but brilliant book!
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Oleg Medvedkov
5,0 su 5 stelle The World Is Yours
Recensito negli Stati Uniti il 7 agosto 2013
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The story of "Scarface" begins with a novel of the same name, written in 1929 by tragically short-lived Armitage Trail (Maurice Coons.) His novel was inspired by the exploits of Depression Era gangster Alfonso "Al" Capone, who was nicknamed `Scarface.' The novel was adapted to the screen production of the 1932 film "Scarface," directed by Howard Hawks. The old film is still an underground hit with movie buffs but the 1983 version most certainly takes the cake. It became "iconic," for the lack of a better word. It was relevant, populated with characters and action to which the modern audience could relate. After the 1983 "Scarface" finished shooting, it was no longer just a "remake."

If you ever happen to participate in a "Scarface"-themed game of Jeopardy, and you've read this book, I think it's a safe bet that you are going to win. It's not called the "Ultimate" guide for nothing. Anything and everything you ever wanted to know about the movie is here:

✔ Where the idea for the film came from.
✔ What creative minds were behind the production of Scarface.
✔ Production: the problems, the setbacks, the successes.
✔ The secret to how the ratings for the film were tweaked.
✔ The political and social underlining issues of the times that made Scarface such a hit.

Etc., etc., etc.

I must admit, I've learned a lot. I suppose it does take an Oxford-educated man (who, by his own admission, watched "Scarface" 200 times) to write a book about the pun-ultimate gangster movie that will have such a depth of information. This guide goes way beyond just listing trivia. For example, here's a tentative comparison of the main characters of Macbeth and Scarface:

"...the audience is watching a flawed, evil man, a monster who happens to be a captivating, silver-tongued devil saying what we sometimes wish we had the nerve to say to people. Tony Montana and Macbeth are fantasy characters who defy the natural order of things. Their problem is that they expect too much out of life."

There is a detailed comparison of the 1932 and 1983 films, down to the conception of the hero and the visual palette.

At the end of the book, there's even a scene by scene description with notes and even continuity errors.

There is so much information and analysis here in this guide, it's hard to put it all in a short review. If you are a "Scarface" fan, this book is definitely worth owning. Recommended.
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Hypnotist 101
5,0 su 5 stelle Read this, then watch the Movie again.
Recensito nel Regno Unito il 11 dicembre 2013
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A fascinating insight into the back story of this iconic movie. Some of the things I learned: Pacino's career was on the skids before he got involved in Scarface; Oliver Stone was 'getting high on his own supply' until writing this screenplay proved to be the catalyst that straightened him out, and we all know he went on to do many great films afterwards. That's enough little spoilers! Damian Stevenson balances film-buffery with an easy and informative writing style that doesn't waste your time. There's some remarkable investigation into the evolution of the movie, from the original/remake idea to how it morphed into the contemporary masterpiece that it eventually became. I read this book out of curiosity, but immediately went back and watched the film over again for the first time in more than twenty years. Knowing so much detail made a real difference to my appreciation of it as a piece of art, and learning about the research that went into it gave the whole thing new context. A finer piece of Pacino acting is hard to find (possibly Scent of a Woman comes close), and a finer piece of Movie Writing is also rare. Excellent book; read it, then watch the film again. Highly recommended.
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