The Art of Gone with the Wind: The Making of a Legend

by Judy Cameron, Paul J. Christman

From the movie industry's shock at David O. Selznick's decision to spend $50,000 for the film rights to Margaret Mitchell's bestselling novel to what it took to keep Rhett's famous last line off the cutting room floor, here is a magnificent celebration of the greatest motion picture of all time. Daniel Mayer Selznick's introduction passionately covers his father's obsession with Gone with the Wind, and also his genius, from a very personal perspective. Through many rare photographs, countless original memos and telegrams signed by the key players, and the fascinating inside stories, this book takes a look at a golden moment in movie history. Inside you'll discover: The wardrobe that raised movie costumes to new heights of opulence - and expense ; The passion, the drama, and the unforgettable chemistry as the young actress from England faced the King of Hollywood ; The producer, driven to make an epic in just 122 days - and the price he paid ; The momumental publicity machine that kept America captivated ; Master craftsmanship and special effects that still dazzle the eye ; The spirited first novelist who would never write again - and who hid from the public for the rest of her life. -- from back cover.

Contents:
A member of the family --
Margaret Mitchell --
The producer --
Preproduction --
Production --
Sets --
Costumes --
Makeup --
Postproduction --
The Atlanta première --
The 1939 Academy Awards --
Statistics.

Genres: Media Tie In, Film

256 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1989

Reviews

[Scarlett Robbins]

I loved this book! I’ve always been a big fan of the movie, so this was so interesting to me! 5/5 stars

[Angela]

I love the original gone with the wind book. I love the movie and then reading this book just helps put everything in perspective on how hard it was in 1939 to put a movie together, which took them less than a year.

[Sugarrr]

Beautiful Big hardcover Book with Tons of Pictures, behind tHe scenes Information , I Love this Book!!

[Heather Domin]

Would make a great coffee table book - lots of lovely photographs.

[Jana Peden]

Pretty pictures!

[Michael Llewellyn]

Amazing insight into the creation of this colossal production with dozens of behind-the-scenes photos and stories. If you share my passion for old movies, you'll find it a thoroughly satisfying read.

[Angelina]

Gave some nice background on supporting characters as well. Definitely worth it.