Columbia Pictures: 100 Years of Cinema

Part of Assouline’s Classics Collection of highly collectible and immaculately illustrated volumes representing movements in style and chronicling chic. Each book is an inspiring journey to aesthetic bliss, a unique world all its own.

For a century, Columbia Pictures has shone as a beacon in the cinematic world, symbolized by the Torch Lady of Columbia. From classics like His Girl Friday to modern masterpieces like Taxi Driver, the studio has left an indelible mark on film history. Sam Wasson's recounting of the studio's journey, complemented by Tom Rothman's personal insights, celebrates its triumphs and resilience. Columbia Pictures: 100 Years of Cinema guides readers through the studio's diverse catalog with enlightening texts by Chris Cotonou, showcasing its impact on cinema and the talents who shaped its legacy.

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Released in May 2024

Author: Tom Rothman, Sam Wasson, Chris Cotonou
Publisher: Assouline Publishing Corporation
Edition: English
Book Details: 304 pages, over 200 illustrations
Material: Hardcover
Dimensions: (L 33 x W 25 x D 4) cm
Weight: 2.5 kg