Written by a leading film critic, Story of the Scene takes a famous movie moment - such as the Singin'in the Rain dance sequence, the Alien eruption scene or th... » 

Written by a leading film critic, Story of the Scene takes a famous movie moment - such as the Singin'in the Rain dance sequence, the Alien eruption scene or the 'you talkin' to me?' Taxi Driver sequence - and tells the unique story of the circumstances of its creation. What were the exact details of Brandon Lee's actual death on camera during the filming of The Crow? Why were nearly fifty horses accidently slaughtered in a 1936 film? Were the cast and crew of The Exorcist really cursed? What were the unexpected weather conditions that created defining moments in The Seventh Seal, The Wicker Man and Bonfire of the Vanities? And just why did actor Michael Madsen drive around LA with his fellow actor in the trunk of his car prior to filming the Stuck in the Middle with You sequence for Reservoir Dogs?

Story of the Scene gives the inside scoop, from legends to exclusives, from the hilarious to the macabre, on 80 famous moments in film. Each story is featured on a double page spread, and illustrated with a film still. A perfect gift book for film lovers. «