Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors - Hardcover

Roberts, Jerry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810861380 ISBN 13: 9780810861381

Publisher: Scarecrow Press, 2009

Synopsis

From live productions of the 1950s like Requiem for a Heavyweight to big budget mini-series like Band of Brothers, long-form television programs have been helmed by some of the most creative and accomplished names in directing. Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors brings attention to the directors of these productions, citing every director of stand alone long-form television programs: made for TV movies, movie-length pilots, mini-series, and feature-length anthology programs, as well as drama, comedy, and musical specials of more than 60 minutes.

Each of the nearly 2,000 entries provides a brief career sketch of the director, his or her notable works, awards, and a filmography. Many entries also provide brief discussions of key shows, movies, and other productions. Appendixes include Emmy Awards, DGA Awards, and other accolades, as well as a list of anthology programs. A much-needed reference that celebrates these often-neglected artists, Encyclopedia of Television Film Directors is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history of the medium.

About this title

About the Author:

Jerry Roberts is an acquisitions editor and a longtime contributor to such film and television industry trade publications as Daily Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and DGA Magazine. He is also the author or editor of several books, including Robert Mitchum: A Bio-Bibliography (1992) and The Great American Playwrights on the Screen (2003).

From Booklist:

Each of the nearly 2,000 entries in this alphabetical listing of “long-form” television film directors presents vital statistics (in most cases) along with a list of notable films and some brief commentary. The individuals who are covered are directors of stand-alone television shows of more than one hour in length, including movie-length pilots. Longer episodes of shows with continuing series characters are not included, although reunion movies are. Coverage ranges from the 1950s to 2008. The work begins with a lengthy and informative introduction, and entries are followed by six appendixes. An awards chronology lists directorial achievements for the Emmy, DGA, BAFTA, Golden Globe, Peabody, and Christopher. Appendix 2 is a list of great directors overall and by decade. This is followed by two appendixes connecting directors to “best” movies, miniseries, and shows; and to genres and selected writers, historical figures, and actors and actresses. Appendix 5 lists anthology series such as Great Performances and provides a few examples of specific programs and their directors. Appendix 6 is a chronological listing of director credits for British imports such as Masterpiece Theatre. Demonstrating Roberts’ long career contributing to publications related to the film and television industry, this is a valuable addition to any collection serving a film- or television-studies program. --Sara Marcus

About this edition

• Publisher: Scarecrow Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0810861380
• ISBN 13: 9780810861381
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 862