A Christmas Story by Caseen Gaines - ISBN: 9781770411401
Hardcover
The untold story of the making of one of the most popular holiday films of all time – and what happened afterwards – is being told for the first time. Complete with rare and previously unreleased photographs from the set.

A Christmas Story

Behind the Scenes of a Holiday Classic

$69.47

  • Hardcover

    202 pages

  • Release Date

    1 October 2013

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Summary

“The definitive book about Bob Clark’s 1983 classic holiday film.” — Parade A delightful gift book with rare and previously unreleased photographs, behind-the-scenes insight, and interviews with the stars of the beloved film Learn about the special effects required to stick Flick’s tongue to the frozen pole, the film’s unlikely rise to fame after a mediocre theater debut, and which famous actor Darren McGavin beat out for the role of the Old Man From Jean Shepherd’s original radio broadcasts …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781770411401
ISBN-10:1770411402
Author:Caseen Gaines
Publisher:ECW Press,Canada
Imprint:ECW Press,Canada
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:202
Release Date:1 October 2013
Weight:866g
Dimensions:260mm x 211mm
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Critics Review

“Caseen Gaines should be very proud of what he has done with this book. He has lovingly pulled back the curtain of a film we have grown to know so well…I do not hesitate for a second to recommend it to any fan of the film.” — The Retroist“Caseen Gaines…has written the most comprehensive book on the history and making of the movie…This is definitely a book that any fan of the movie must have on their shelf, not only to read, but to use as a reference.” — Flick’s Tongue blog“Entertainingly and exhaustively sheds new light on a movie that everyone loves and thinks they know inside and out. Engaging and packed with enlightening anecdotes, it’s a perfect companion to the movie.” — Richard Crouse, author of 100 Best Movies You’ve Never Seen and Raising Hell: Ken Russell and the Unmaking of The Devils“Caseen Gaines’ comprehensive, insightful, and beautifully illustrated look at Ralphie Parker and his family will make perennial viewings of this beloved comedy an even richer and more entertaining tradition.” — Jeremy Kinser, Queerty“An iconic and brilliant part of Americana is brought back to life through Caseen Gaines’ book. I couldn’t stop smiling while reading it!” — Noah Levy, cohost of VH1’s The Gossip Table“The definitive book about Bob Clark’s 1983 classic holiday film. Filled with untold stories, unreleased photographs, and much more.” — Parade

About The Author

Caseen Gaines

Caseen Gaines is a pop culture enthusiast and the author of Inside Pee-wee’s Playhouse (2011). He lives in New Jersey.

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