Asteroid City (adapted from a "hypothetical" play) takes place in a fictional desert town, circa 1955. Synopsis: the itinerary of the annual Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events. A theatrical ensemble character piece; a poetic meditation on the meaning of life.

In addition to the screenplay, this volume also contains a gallery of images and a conversation about the film with Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman, and Jake Ryan.

One source of artistic inspiration describes the phenomena the movie attempts to illustrate:
"For me, the American West is the place where things fall apart. Civilization simply passed through: first a century ago by rail, then in our own century by car... Only a few people stayed, leaving the gas stations and the unneeded cars rusting away everywhere. The decay goes rapidly in the heat, sun, and rain. You have the feeling that in another hundred years there will be nothing of all this left at all." — Wim Wenders (1987)

Beetlejuice is back with this one-of-a-kind mini replica of the Handbook for the Recently Deceased that plays actual audio from the movie, including favorite character voices of Lydia, Delia, Otho, Betelgeuse, Juno, and many more.

- Specifications: Molded mini replica of famous prop seen in the film, the Handbook for the Recently Deceased; book features faux leather paper over board cover and overall measures 2-3/4 x 3-1/4 x 1 inches
- Plays 16 audio clips: At the push of a button, hear your favorite characters, including Lydia, Barbara, Adam, Delia, Otho, Juno, Betelgeuse, and more say memorable lines from the 1988 film
- Includes magnet: Full-color printed magnet measures 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 inches and features the characters Barbara and Adam
- Perfect Halloween treat: For Beetlejuice fans of all ages
- Officially licensed: Authentic Beetlejuice collectible

Through objects from his personal archive, Bong Joon Ho reveals his inspirations and creative processes for his films including Snowpiercer, Parasite and Mickey 17

Published with Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.

From his earliest short films through his international breakthrough The Host and the Oscar-winning Parasite, the films of Bong Joon Ho defy simple categorization. Whether set in 1980s Korea or an imagined future time and space, they address issues that are transnational and universal: class disparity, social injustice, the environmental crisis and political and moral corruption. Bong embeds social critique into deeply humorous, unexpected and thought-provoking stories, and his protagonists are everyday people—often unlikely heroes—who confront the absurdities of modern life. With unprecedented access to the filmmaker's archive and personal collection, Bong Joon Ho: Director's Inspiration features storyboards, notebooks, concept art, models, props, behind-the-scenes photography and more. The book includes a new interview with Bong by film scholar Nam Lee, essays by exhibition curator Michelle Puetz and film critic Amy Taubin, and personal reflections by friends and colleagues that give insight into the Academy Award-winning director's inspirations and creative process.
Bong Joon Ho (born 1969) is an Oscar-winning director and writer whose films include Memories of Murder, The Host, Mother, Snowpiercer, Okja and Mickey 17. His 2019 film Parasite was the first South Korean film to win the Palme D'Or at Cannes and the first non-English film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture.

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'A captivating comedy of love and revenge . . . unputdownable’ Elle

'A love story, and a story of second chances, this gorgeous novel shows us just how dangerous the banning of books can be. Charming, heartfelt and vivid.' Heather Morris, author of the multi-million-copy bestseller The Tattooist of Auschwitz

Mitch, a passionate bookseller, is arrested one morning for committing an unthinkable crime: selling books that have been banned. After five years in prison, all Mitch wants to do is to regain his freedom and settle back into his bookshop.

But fate has other plans.

On the same day Mitch crosses paths with the man who put him behind bars, he also encounters Anna, a woman who could well be the love of his life. From that moment on, Mitch finds himself caught between an irresistible desire for revenge and an irresistible desire for love . . .

A whimsical comedy brimming with charm, tenderness and humanity, and a tribute to the transformative power of literature, this is a novel that will capture the hearts of book lovers around the world.

A hearty cookbook featuring dishes fit for an air pirate, inspired by the classic Studio Ghibli film Castle in the Sky.

Embark on a culinary adventure with Castle in the Sky: The Official Cookbook!Featuring hearty recipes inspired by Sheeta and Pazu’s adventures in the classic film Castle in the Sky, this cookbook is sure to please fans of Studio Ghibli!

Sheeta and Pazu keep up their strength by eating plenty of delicious food while on their quest to find the mythical flying city of Laputa. With this cookbook, readers can re-create the delicious dishes seen in the film, including the savory stew Sheeta makes that has the air pirates begging her for seconds, and recipes inspired by the movie, such as Etherium Crystal Agar Candy. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and photographs and is filled with additional cooking tips. The book also features numerous film stills and a delightful retelling of the story.

**FULLY UPDATED FOR 2026**

Praise for the first edition:

"A highly informative and insightful read into the mind of one of the most definitive mind-bending directors in cinema." The Reel Vision

"This is the definitive book about the man and his movies." 5* Reader Review

"A stunning tribute to one of the most acclaimed and innovative filmmakers of our time." 5* Reader Review


Crack open the magic box of Christopher Nolan's twisting universe with this definitive and fully updated exploration of one of cinema's most visionary filmmakers.

How has Nolan become an Oscar-winning director? Is he the new Kubrick? What do audiences get out of his films? Visually, he offers a steely science-fiction noir with the highlights of big stars and a magician's flourishes. In narrative terms, his films twist and turn, provoking as many questions as they answer.

Since the 2022 edition, Nolan has secured his place among cinema's greats, earning Academy Awards for Best Director and Best Picture for Oppenheimer. This new edition delves into the film's extraordinary cultural impact and offers an early preview of The Odyssey, Nolan's 2026 Greek epic.

As well as this, veteran film writer, Ian Nathan, uncovers:

• A film-by-film analysis from Following to Oppenheimer, revealing Nolan's signature visual style and narrative innovations.
• New insights into The Odyssey (2026) and how it marks the next evolution in Nolan's filmmaking.
• Behind-the-scenes stories, influences, and critical reception of each major work.
• Explorations of recurring themes, collaborators, and Nolan's enduring legacy in modern cinema.
• Striking imagery that illuminates the worlds Nolan builds on screen.

A must-read for all Christopher Nolan fans, this book offers a compelling journey into the mind of one of contemporary cinema's greatest visionaries and the films that have reshaped blockbuster cinema.

REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK

"This story left me thinking about the ways we overcome setbacks and redefine what truly matters." - Reese Witherspoon (Reese’s Book Club December '24 Pick)

A once-famous ballerina faces a final choice—to return to the world of Russian dance that nearly broke her, or to walk away forever—in this incandescent novel of redemption and love

On a White Night in 2019, prima ballerina Natalia Leonova returns to St. Petersburg two years after a devastating accident that stalled her career. Once the most celebrated dancer of her generation, she now turns to pills and alcohol to numb the pain of her past.

She is unmoored in her old city as the ghosts of her former life begin to resurface: her loving but difficult mother, her absentee father, and the two gifted dancers who led to her downfall.

One of those dancers, Alexander, is the love of her life, who transformed both Natalia and her art. The other is Dmitri, a dark and treacherous genius. When the latter offers her a chance to return to the stage in her signature role, Natalia must decide whether she can again face the people responsible for both her soaring highs and darkest hours.

Painting a vivid portrait of the Russian ballet world, where cutthroat ambition, ever-shifting politics, and sublime artistry collide, City of Night Birds unveils the making of a dancer with both profound intimacy and breathtaking scope. Mysterious and alluring, passionate and virtuosic, Juhea Kim’s second novel is an affecting meditation on love, forgiveness, and the making of an artist in a turbulent world.