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Book Synopsis: MGM Style is an overview of the career and achievements of Hollywood’s most famous art director. Cedric Gibbons was the supervisor in charge of the art department at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film studios from its inception in 1924 until Gibbons chose to retire in 1956. Lavishly illustrated with over 175 pristine duotone photographs, the vast majority of which have never before been published, this is the first volume to trace Gibbons’ trendsetting career. At its height in the late 1930s and early 1940s, Gibbons was regularly acknowledged by his peers as having shaped the craft of art direction in American film; his work was recognized as representing the finest in motion picture sets and settings. Gibbons and his associates constructed the villages, towns, streets, squares and edifices that later appeared in hundreds of films, and whose mixed architecture stood in for army camps and the wild west, Dutch New York and Dickensian London, ancient China and modern Japan. Inspired by the work of Le Corbusier and the Bauhaus masters, as well as the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris and Frank Lloyd Wright’s experiments with open planning, Gibbons championed the notion that movie decor should move beyond the commercial framework of the popular cinema.
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Are you fascinated by the glamour and elegance of Hollywood's Golden Age? Step into the world of Cedric Gibbons, the visionary art director behind some of the most iconic films of the time. Introducing MGM Style: Cedric Gibbons and the Art of the Golden Age of Hollywood, a captivating book that takes you on a journey through Gibbons' remarkable career at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film studios.
With over 175 stunning duotone photographs, the majority of which have never been seen before, this beautifully illustrated volume brings to life the extraordinary work of Gibbons. Discover how he revolutionized the craft of art direction in American cinema, leaving an indelible mark on motion picture sets and settings. From picturesque villages to bustling towns, from historic streets to grand edifices, Gibbons and his team created immersive environments that transported audiences to different eras and cultures.
Inspired by the groundbreaking architecture of Le Corbusier, the Bauhaus movement, and the modernist designs showcased at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris, Gibbons pushed the boundaries of movie decor. He believed that films should break free from the constraints of commercialism and embrace artistic expression.
Don't miss your chance to delve into the fascinating world of Hollywood's most celebrated art director. Immerse yourself in the captivating pages of MGM Style and discover the untold stories behind some of cinema's most unforgettable moments. Order your copy today!
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