Description
Dive into the exhilarating universe of action cinema with 'Mine's Bigger Than Yours - The 100 Wackiest Action Movies.' This must-have book is a comprehensive guide that celebrates the wildest and weirdest in the action genre, perfect for cinephiles and casual movie lovers alike. Authored by Christopher Lombardo and brought to you by the hosts of the Really Awful Movies podcast, this vibrant paperback promises a journey through the most outrageous films that have made waves across decades and continents. Spanning 384 pages filled with vivid stills, engaging narratives, and a foreword by renowned genre icon Brian Trenchard-Smith, this book showcases unsung action heroes like Vic Diaz, Reb Brown, and Godfrey Ho, proving that even the quirkiest movies deserve their time in the spotlight. Each title is carefully curated, highlighting the essential elements of an action flick—including heroes, villains, and epic henchmen battles—while humorously acknowledging the often-lacking budgets and talent. Divided into nine thrilling chapters by subgenre, it's a treasure trove for those who love fisticuffs, jailbreaks, mercenaries, and jaw-dropping explosions. Perfect for gifts, casual reading, or adding to your movie collection, this book will keep you entertained for hours. Plus, being in stock in New Zealand means you can enjoy this quirky read without unexpected import charges or customs duty. Order today and embark on a rollercoaster ride through the most entertaining action movies of all time!
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 177 x 254 mm
Pages: 384
Bind: paperback
Author: Christopher Lombardo Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 28-09-2020
A celebration of the wildest and weirdest that action cinema has to offer, the hosts of the Really Awful Movies podcast take you on a fun-filled pilgrimage through the nuttiest movies in the genre. Traversing both decades and continents, these 100 titles reach beyond the typical patron saints of action, giving unsung genre heroes like Vic Diaz, Reb Brown, and Godfrey Ho their due. Our intrepid hosts have highlighted action gems with all of the necessary components for greatness: Heroes! Villains! Henchmen! But something's typically missing. Usually, it's a budget. Often, it's talent. But that doesn't mean these films aren't as entertaining as any mainstream fare. Divided into nine chapters by subgenre, featuring stills and posters, and with a foreword by genre icon Brian Trenchard-Smith, Mine's Bigger Than Yours is a romp through the world of fisticuffs, jailbreaks, pit fighting, mercenaries, and really big explosions--all the stuff that makes action movies great.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 177 x 254 mm
Pages: 384
Bind: paperback
Author: Christopher Lombardo Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 28-09-2020
A celebration of the wildest and weirdest that action cinema has to offer, the hosts of the Really Awful Movies podcast take you on a fun-filled pilgrimage through the nuttiest movies in the genre. Traversing both decades and continents, these 100 titles reach beyond the typical patron saints of action, giving unsung genre heroes like Vic Diaz, Reb Brown, and Godfrey Ho their due. Our intrepid hosts have highlighted action gems with all of the necessary components for greatness: Heroes! Villains! Henchmen! But something's typically missing. Usually, it's a budget. Often, it's talent. But that doesn't mean these films aren't as entertaining as any mainstream fare. Divided into nine chapters by subgenre, featuring stills and posters, and with a foreword by genre icon Brian Trenchard-Smith, Mine's Bigger Than Yours is a romp through the world of fisticuffs, jailbreaks, pit fighting, mercenaries, and really big explosions--all the stuff that makes action movies great.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.