Inspired by True Events: An Illustrated Guide to More Than 500 History-Based Films

by Robert James Niemi

Book Overview

An up-to-date and indispensable guide for film history buffs of all kind, this book surveys more than 500 major films based on true stories and historical subject matter.

When a film is described as "based on a true story" or "inspired by true events," exactly how "true" is it? Which "factual" elements of the story were distorted for dramatic purposes, and what was added or omitted? Inspired by True Events: An Illustrated Guide...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1610691970
• ISBN13: 9781610691970
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Length: 632 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 7.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 7 to 17 years