Labyrinth: The Ultimate Visual History is the definitive thirtieth-anniversary exploration of the beloved Jim Henson classic, featuring rare artwork, interviews, and on-set photos. Journey back to Jim Henson's
Labyrinth in this visually stunning celebration of the enchanting fantasy classic.
Three decades after its release,
Labyrinth, starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly,
continues to enthrall audiences with its winning mixture of fairy-tale magic, fantastical creatures, and unforgettable music. Filled with a wealth of rare and unseen behind-the-scenes imagery, this book explores the creation of the film
as seen through the eyes of the artists, costume designers, and creature creators who gave
Labyrinth its distinctive look. Featuring in-depth commentary from the talented crew and cast--including exclusive new interviews with Jennifer Connelly, Brian Henson, Brian Froud, and George Lucas--this
deluxe book brings together a wealth of rare sketches, concept art, and candid set photography to form and incredible treasure trove for
Labyrinth fans. With stunning visuals and unparalleled insight into the creation of a true modern classic,
Labyrinth: The Ultimate Visual History is the perfect companion piece to one of the best-loved fantasy films of all time.
Author: Paula M. Block, Terry J. Erdmann
Publisher: Insight Editions
Published: 10/18/2016
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 3.40lbs
Size: 11.20h x 9.40w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781608878109
About the Author
Paula M. Block is the coauthor of the novella Star Trek: Deep Space Nine--Lust's Latinum Lost and numerous nonfiction books about the entertainment industry, including Star Trek: The Original Series 365, Star Trek 101, Monk: The Official Episode Guide, The 4400 Companion, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion, The Secrets of Star Trek Insurrection, Star Trek: Action!, and The Magic of Tribbles. She is also the coeditor of Pocket Books' popular short story series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. She has been a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, the Midwest correspondent for Biotechnology Newswatch, and the international editor for Chemical Week. After nineteen years overseeing and editing licensed publishing for Paramount Pictures and CBS Television, Paula moved to Southern Oregon, where she and her husband, author Terry J. Erdmann, write a monthly entertainment column for The Jacksonville Review.
Terry J. Erdmann is the coauthor of the novella
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine--Lust's Latinum Lost and numerous nonfiction books about the entertainment industry, including
Star Trek: The Original Series 365, Star Trek 101, Monk: The Official Episode Guide, The Last Samurai Official Companion, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion, The Secrets of Star Trek Insurrection, The Magic of Tribbles, The Tribble Handbook, Star Trek: Action!, and
The 4400 Companion. As a motion picture publicist, he helped to create the marketing campaigns for dozens of films, from
Cocoon,
Aliens, and
Willow, to
What's Love Got to Do With It,
Father of the Bride Part II,
G.I. Jane, and
Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. He lives in Southern Oregon, where he and his wife, author Paula M. Block, write a monthly entertainment column for
The Jacksonville Review.
Toby Froud is a puppet designer and fabricator. He began his life as Baby Toby in the film
Labyrinth and is currently a puppet sculptor at the stop-motion company Laika, where he has worked on
ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, and the upcoming
Kubo and the Two Strings. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and son.
Brian Henson is Chairman of The Jim Henson Company and an Oscar and Emmy Award-winning technological innovator. He is also an award-winning director, producer, writer and puppeteer for film and television. He lives in Southern California.
