The Art of Tron: Legacy

Download or read book The Art of Tron: Legacy written by Justin Springer and published by Disney Editions. This book was released on 2010-11-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tron Legacy is one of the most highly anticipated movies of 2010. Starring Oscar-nominated Jeff Bridges (The Big Lebowski, Iron Man, Crazy Heart), Garrett Hedlund (Friday Night Lights) and Olivia Wilde (House), this action/sci-fi film picks up 28 years after the events of the original Tron. Hedlund plays Sam, the son of the original movie’s lead, Kevin Flynn (Bridges). Kevin has been missing for years. To find him, Sam must return to the world of the Grid. This 3D movie, in theaters December 17th 2010, is sure to be a mega-hit. The Art and Making of Tron Legacy is a view into not only the creation of the 2010 film, but will also contain never-before-seen looks at the design and creation of 1982’s original Tron. Tron was like nothing the world had ever seen. A melding of cutting-edge computer effects and live action, it captured the imaginations of a generation. It also gave viewers a glimpse of the future of movies, and created a cult following. The design, effects and iconic qualities of Tron: Legacy will appeal to everyone who loves action and sci-fi movies. Fans of the original movie and the legions of fans for the new movie will be thrilled to get an insider’s perspective on the movie’s creation, and that’s exactly what they’ll find in The Art and Making of Tron Legacy. Written by co-producer Justin Springer, the book will spotlight the technical wizardry, imagination, artistry, and passion that brought this project to life. From concept art and designs, to profiles on the characters and the actors playing them, to on-set photography and visuals from the movie itself, every step of the film’s creation will be broken down and laid out for the reader. In addition, this title will also have a preface by Joseph Kosinski, the director of Tron Legacy; and a forward by Steven Lisberger, the director of the original Tron and producer of Tron Legacy. The book will use special fluorescent inks to make the illuminated world of Tron come to life, and is sure to be a must-have coffee table edition for the holidays.