NATHAN, TOWNSEND
TOWNSEND WORKING TITLE FILMS
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474451949
- author:
- NATHAN, TOWNSEND
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Edinburgh University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 114
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Working Title Films: A Creative and Commercial History charts the evolution of this influential production company from its independent origins in the 1980s to its current status as a subsidiary of Universal. Through an examination of industrial structures, processes, and practices, the book explores how Working Title has shaped distinct versions of Britain and Britishness in film. Drawing on over 30 interviews with key personnel, Nathan Townsend delves into the company's history, situating it within the ever-changing landscape of the British and Hollywood film industries. This comprehensive study provides insight into the creative and commercial decisions that have defined Working Title's success. By examining the company's evolution, Townsend sheds light on the complex relationships between industry cultures, Britain, and Hollywood. With its unique perspective, this book offers a fascinating look at the history of one of the most important production companies in British cinema.
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