Movie + 2004

Author: Wei Xidi
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: "Movie + 2004" is part of the "Movie + X" series of publications. Building on the unanimous praise from both domestic film scholars and enthusiasts for the previous two books, "Movie + 2002" and "Movie + 2003," this book further refines the series. The author has carefully selected 101 feature films and documentaries released worldwide in 2004, including heavyweight works from renowned masters as well as box office hits from Hollywood. Each film is meticulously reviewed, making this the best guide for film enthusiasts to choose DVDs and watch movies. This book is the first in China's series of annual global film retrospectives. Its freshness, modernity, and readability are unmatched by other film books. It is written for the vast number of Chinese film enthusiasts, catering to their needs beyond just DVD collectors, thus reaching a much broader audience. It is certain to be warmly welcomed by, DVD collectors, film producers, and distributors. The book is organized chronologically, featuring 101 influential films released globally in 2004, with introductions, analyses, and reviews for each. The appendix includes a chronicle of major film industry events in 2004 for easy reference.