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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.

From choosing the right equipment and aperture exposure to adjusting focus and flash, The Beginner's Photography Guide explains key concepts in clear and simple terms to help you maximise the features of your camera.

From feature films Alien 3, Se7en, The Game, Fight Club, Panic Room, Zodiac, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Social Network, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Gone Girl, and Mank through his MTV clips for Madonna and the Rolling Stones and the Netflix series House of Cards and Mindhunter, each chapter weaves production history with original critical analysis, as well as with behind the scenes photography, still-frames, and original illustrations from Little White Lies' international team of artists and graphic designers.

Discover the legacy of Alexander McQueen and trace his rise in high-fashion in this gorgeous monograph that covers his time with Givenchy and Gucci, his greatest inspirations, and his work with artists including Björk, David Bowie, Dita Von Teese, Beyonce...

In this personal and highly readable handbook, Burkhard shares his incredible experiences photographing the great outdoors, including adventure, landscape, surf, and lifestyle photography.

In Gandolfini, critic and historian Jason Bailey traces the twinned stories of the man and the unforgettable roles he played.

100 Movies of the 1990s reviews cinema's most important events from 1991 to 2000 and brings to life a rich variety of movie highlights.
The storyline and aesthetic characteristics of each film are presented in an incisive and informative way. Filmmakers like Steven Soderbergh, David Lynch, Quentin Tarantino, and Ang Lee created worlds that were as cryptic as they were disorientating, while James Cameron and Steven Spielberg conjured up ever more spectacular special effects.

As war raged on in Vietnam and the Cold War continued to escalate, Hollywood began to heat up, recovering from its commercial crisis with box-office successes such as Star Wars, Jaws, The Exorcist, and The Godfather.
Thanks to directors like Spielberg and Lucas, American cinema gave birth to a new phenomenon: theblockbuster.

Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, while the Nouvelle Vague died out in France, its influence extended to Germany, where the New German Cinema of Fassbinder, Wenders, and Herzog had its heyday. The sexual revolution made its way to the silver screen (cautiously in the U.S., more freely in Europe) most notably in Bertolucci’s steamy, scandalous Last Tango in Paris. Amid all this came a wave of nostalgic films (The Sting, The Last Picture Show) and Vietnam pictures (Apocalypse Now, The Deer Hunter),

This handbook gathers the best films of the era, exploring the making and the mastery of such cinematic star turns as The Leopard, The Birds, Belle de Jour, A Fistful of Dollars, and Doctor Zhivago.
By the mid-’60s the United States also began to exercise greater creative liberties, especially in films from young underground directors such as Russ Meyer, John Frankenheimer, and Sam Peckinpah. Meanwhile, Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music ushered out the grandiose Hollywood musical era with a bang while the Spaghetti Western became an instant phenomenon, and Kubrick set new standards for sci-fi with 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Though the term “feminism” may not have been ready for prime time, the decade was also one of major advances in female characterization. From Jane Fonda’s Barbarella to Holly Golightly of Breakfast at Tiffany’s to Bonnie Parker of Bonnie and Clyde, it was the 1960s that saw women on-screen graduate from decorative accessories to complex, kick-ass personas.

The first comprehensive overview of Ralph Lauren’s womenswear collections, from their 1972 debut to today, presented through original catwalk photography.

Ralph Lauren debuted his first women's runway collection for Fall 1972 with a show that made his mark instantly, highlighting his exquisite tailoring and uncanny ability to mix opposites elegantly. Taking inspiration from New England’s rusticity, the West’s natural beauty and Hollywood’s glamour, Lauren's designs are a gold-standard for timeless American style with panache. Ralph Lauren famously launched his menswear business in 1967 with an audacious tie collection, taken up by Bloomingdale’s, from which his Polo brand quickly developed.

There is one brand that is immediately recognized as the last word in luxury Swiss watchmaking - Patek Philippe.

Dior in 50 Objects explores the most significant outfits, accessories, fragrances, fine jewellery and also the people, moments and places that have made the House of Dior the last word in dreamy couture.


Beautiful bespoke illustrations by Francesca Waddell - whose clients include Vogue, Chanel and Bloomingdales - are accompanied by fascinating text from bestselling fashion expert Glenys Johnson.

Charlie Sheen was born the third of four children to actor Martin Sheen and his wife, Janet. He grew up on film sets – from his father’s all over the world, to his own in Malibu. There, he made ambitious Super 8s, with a roster of friends who went on to become household names, including his brother Emilio, Sean and Chris Penn and the Lowe brothers.

Sheen broke into movies in the 1980s, playing a hoodlum in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, a young soldier in Platoon and an ethically compromised trader in Wall Street. But somewhere along the way, despite a successful transition to TV leading man in Spin City and Two and a Half Men, Sheen descended into a vortex of extracurricular activities.

Enter the Realm of Dior - Enter Dior's dreamlike world through immersive pop-ups that celebrate the New Look, couture craft, and house icons—from couture classics to beauty legends. Each spread is artfully crafted to offer a tactile, spatial perspective on the house's treasured icons and evolution.

An in-depth, richly illustrated exploration of the work and life of cinema and TV’s greatest cult creator. Alongside his game-changing TV series 'Twin Peaks', Lynch also created big-screen masterpieces such as his DIY debut 'Eraserhead' and unconventional mystery thrillers 'Blue Velvet', 'Lost Highway' and 'Mulholland Drive'. But Lynch was also a cult figure in his own right, releasing albums under his own name, staging art shows, photography exhibitions and design showcases from LA to Milan, and sharing his spiritual philosophy and love of Transcendental Meditation with audiences around the globe.

Filled with 50 delicious and evocative recipes, the book takes inspiration from the iconic locations the infamous gang inhabits, from the bar at The Garrison, to the glamour of the Eden Club and the extravagance of Arrow House.

The recipes in this book transport you into the rich and murky world Tommy Shelby and his associates lived in, evoking the warm and hearty meals which would have kept the gang going day and night.

From filling family fare, to snacks, sandwiches and bar food, as well as lavish canapes, lunches and dinners, the book includes dishes such as:

Warming vegetable & barley soup with Alfie Solomons' soda bread, Grilled Oysters with parmesan crumb,Roast Rabbit with bacon & mushrooms in a whiskey sauce,flavourful Glazed celeriac steaks with breadcrumbs & herbs,a delicious Steak and ale pie...

Comprehensive and artful, Shoot Like Wes breaks down the techniques behind the iconic Wes Anderson films—from the God’s-eye view in The Royal Tenenbaums to the low-angle in Fantastic Mr. Fox, and the symmetry used in The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Chapter highlights include:

Shooting at Magic Hour
Deep Focus
How to use Low-Angle Shots
Framing Faces
AND MORE

From her breakthrough roles in teen comedies to her critically acclaimed performances in award-winning dramas to gracing the cover of Vogue's 2025 September issue, Emma Stone has become a household name. Whether you fell in love with her alongside Penn Badgley in Easy A, celebrated her time in the Marvel universe in Amazing Spider-Man, or found her dancing into your heart in La La Land, Emma is one of Hollywood’s most versatile and beloved actors, and this book explores all the roles in her filmography and her impact on the wider culture.

This book takes you on a visual journey through Anderson’s filmography, exploring unparalleled use of colour and unravelling the symbolism woven into each carefully chosen hue.

The House of Chanel is synonymous with not one, but two iconic designers: first there was Coco Chanel, and then there was Karl Lagerfeld. The Story of Chanel is the two-book set from bestselling author Emma Baxter-Wright that explores the birth and evolution of the House of Chanel.
The first book chronicles Coco's revolutionary innovations and iconic classics, from jersey and sportswear to the little black dress and Chanel No5. The second explores Karl's ingenious reinvention of Coco's signatures for the modern woman.

Beginning with the very first electric watches, all the way up to the Apple watch, via Swiss quartz, Japanese innovations and much more, Quartz Watches will transport you through time, uncovering the histories behind the most coveted electric watch models.

In celebration of 120 years, this book offers a unique decade-by-decade journey through the legacy of Rolex, featuring 12 chapters that tell the story of the brand and the exceptional watches that cemented its fame and prestige.

Explore 120 stunning Rolex timepieces, which showcase the diversity of the models, cases, movements, dials and bracelets. From the iconic Oyster, Datejust, Submariner and Daytona series, to the opulence of the Cellini and Masterpiece strands.

An archive is always a time-machine, but the archives of Wes Anderson take us on a journey not just through time, but through layers of stories and the experiences of storytelling – on paper and on film. This book is dedicated to these stories and celebrates Anderson’s over 30 years in cinema.

From the start of his career, Anderson has maintained a rich library of notebooks, drawings, paintings, polaroids, props, puppets, sets, and costumes from his films. The objects shown here are enhanced and illuminated by Anderson’s long-time collaborators: Owen Wilson, Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tilda Swinton; composer Alexandre Desplat; musician Seu Jorge; and music supervisor Randall Poster. Also included: an extensive interview with Anderson himself, reflecting on his films and working process.

From 1970s New York graffiti to interactive installations and giant murals, Street Art has always blended creativity with activism, conveying messages of social justice and powerful expressions of identity.

This book provides a concise and celebratory introduction to the artists who have shaped and revolutionized the urban art scene. Looking at ten key figures, The Pocket Street Art is filled with informative facts, fun quotes and highlights some of their key works.

Now part of the world's largest luxury goods empire, Louis Vuitton started his eponymous business as a luggage-maker in Paris in 1854, catering to royalty and the aristocracy.

From the first Steamer trunk to the latest must-have "it" bag, the brand - with its unmistakable monogram logo - has charmed the fashion world with superlative quality, craftsmanship and innovation.

Horror movies comes in all shapes and sizes. From jump-scares to gruesome and grizzly storylines, supernatural hauntings to axe-wielding murderers... there’s something for everyone!

The Pocket Horror Movies provides a comprehensive guide to the top 50 horror movies of all time.

Since its establishment in 1921, Gucci has become a legendary giant in the luxury fashion business, setting an unbeatable standard of excellence in the world of high-end design. Given their prestigious reputation, it is difficult to believe that the brand's story began with its founder working as a bellhop at a London hotel.

From the moment Guccio Gucci took note of the fine craftsmanship of the luggage he was required to unload for guests at the Savoy Hotel, he began his journey to becoming a master of leatherworking and haute couture.

When Christian Dior's first fashion collection debuted in 1947, he revitalised a flagging French fashion industry and revolutionised women's clothing in one fell swoop, establishing a reputation of fashion excellence which would last beyond his lifetime.

This unofficial and unauthorized pocket-sized guide introduces the legendary legacy of Dior, charting from the brand's commencement through to the present day. Filled with facts, history and trivia on Dior's couture collections, this is the perfect gift for any fashion enthusiast.

The Pocket Anime Movies features 50 of the most important films in this genre, and will allow you to find a style, a studio, a director, or a sub-genre you like and dive deep down that rabbit hole.

Pamela Anderson's blond bombshell image was ubiquitous in the 1990s. Discovered in the stands during a Canadian football game, she was quickly launched into superstardom, becoming Playboy's favourite cover girl and an emblem of Hollywood glamour and sex appeal. Yet the Pamela Anderson we think we know was created through happenstance rather than careful cultivation.

Love, Pamela brings forth her true story, that of a small town girl getting tangled up in her own dreams.