Review: Fantastic Resource for Movie-Lovers
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 7, 2013
Damian Stevenson's "Scarface: the Ultimate Guide" is exactly what the title promises - a thoroughly researched, informative and entertaining guide to an iconic film.  If you're a fan of the film (or just a film fan in general) this book is absolutely for you.The author digs into the history behind the film, putting it in context both for Hollywood history, and also then-current politics and events.  He takes us through the production, with anecdotes  and quotes from the cast and crew.  And then he takes us through the film in great detail, scene by scene.  Stevenson points out themes and hidden details, as well allusions to other films, literature, history and politics.  Even fans who've seen the film dozens of times will learn something new and find their viewing experience enriched after reading this Ultimate Guide.I would highly, highly recommend this book, and I'm looking forward to the other Ultimate Guides that the author promises will be coming soon, for a long list of great films ranging from the 1930's to today.