The Chronicle of the Movies: A Year-by-year History

The Chronicle of the Movies presents: (1) The definitive history of the movies in all illustrated at-a-glance format; (2) A complete month-by-month guide to the development of the films and the stars who appeared in them; (3) Reviews, biographies, famous quotes, and gossip; (4) Lists of top ten box-office hits and major Academy Award winners for each year from 1929 to 1991.The Chronicle of the Movies is the most entertaining and comprehensive reference book ever produced on the movie industry. This major work recreates in detail the most fascinating and sometimes turbulent history of one of the most potent forces of 20th century. The golden moments of Hollywood can be relived by millions who have grown up with the movies as an ever-constant presence in their lives. Illustrated with more than 900 of the most unique best photographs of the era, The Chronicle of the Movies reveals the compelling story of the movies from its infancy. Nothing is left out, including the biographies, gossips, and quotes from the stars, from Gretta Garbo to Meryl Streep, from Errol Flynn to Mel Gibson. This book is the definite history of the movies, as it happened, as it developed, that no fan can afford to be without.