This is a review of Grindhouse: The Sleaze-filled Saga of an Exploitation Double Feature (published April 6, 2007). It is a great combination of equal parts photography/art/images and content. Highly recommended to fans of the film(s). [Read more…]
Book Review: Sculpting A Galaxy
This is a review of Sculpting a Galaxy: Inside the Star Wars Model Shop (published November 14, 2006). This is “yet another” great resource for Star Wars fans and those especially interested in creatures, models, ships/vehicles, etc. It is a beautiful book and worth the money, but if you have the two Chronicles volumes (OT and/or Prequels, depending on your preferences), as well as perhaps The Making of Star Wars, some of what you find here may be duplicative. In my opinion, it is lacking in some areas and not as polished and comprehensive as some other Star Wars works. [Read more…]
Book Review: Saving Stuff
This is a review of Saving Stuff: How to Care for and Preserve Your Collectibles, Heirlooms, and Other Prized Possessions (published May 31,2005). This is a fantastic resource for original prop hobbyists, in that it contains a wealth of information pertaining to care and preservation considerations in regards to collectibles of all types. Given the cost, it is a must buy for any collector. Highest recommendations. [Read more…]
Book Review: The Winston Effect
Article Summary: a book review of The Winston Effect: The Art and History of Stan Winston Studio. [Read more…]
Book Review – Bond On Set: Filming Casino Royale (007)
Article Summary: A review of the book, Bond on Set. [Read more…]
Book Review: Spider-Man The Visual Guide
Article Summary: A review of the book, Spider-Man The Visual Guide [Read more…]
Book Review: The Making of Star Wars
Article Summary: A review of the book, The Making of Star Wars: The Definitive Story Behind the Original Film. [Read more…]
About OPB Book Reviews
Article Summary: An overview of a new category for upcoming OPB articles, featuring reviews of books, in whole or in part, related to original prop and wardrobe collecting. [Read more…]