Ordinary Heroes
Subtitle The Films of Danny Boyle
By Edwin Page
Published by
Janus Publishing Company Limited
ISBN 9781902835174
Category Film
Summer 2010
Synopsis
With chapters dedicated to each of the ten films Danny Boyle has directed, this book explores the themes, techniques and style of the director's work. From Shallow Grave to the Oscar winning Slumdog Millionaire - and including the hit movies Trainspotting, The Beach and 28 Days Later - Boyle's influence is examined and assessed. The use of quotes from the director, along with various cast and crew members, creates additional depth to this compelling journey through the films of one of the best British directors working in contemporary cinema today.
Author's Biography
Edwin Page has a 1st Class Degree in Film and Literary Studies. He has previously had books published on the work of directors Quentin Tarantino and Tim Burton. Mr Page is also a novelist, photographer and short film maker, and lives with his wife in Cornwall, England.