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The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence

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The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence explores the world 20 years after the original alien invasion. It reveals how humanity rebuilt Earth’s defences using alien technology and highlights the looming new threat following an alien distress signal. The book offers an in-depth look from initial sketches to final screen designs of spaceships, aliens, vehicles, weaponry, and characters defending the planet.

Filled with concept art, costume design, behind-the-scenes photography, and exclusive interviews with cast and crew, including Jeff Goldblum and director Roland Emmerich, it provides a comprehensive visual and narrative companion to the film.
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Format: Hardback
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The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence is ideal for science fiction enthusiasts, film buffs, and fans of cinematic art books who appreciate behind-the-scenes content, design processes, and detailed visual storytelling related to blockbuster movies.

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It's been 20 years since the first invasion. The international community has recovered and rebuilt its defencesusing salvaged alien technology. However, before the last ship was destroyed in 1996, the aliens sent adistress signal. Now, that signal has been answered and humanity is under a threat greater than any it hasfaced before.

Featuring extensive concept art detailing the aliens, colossal spaceships, vehicles and fighter planes, weaponry, and the new characters defending the world. Features exclusive, in-depth interviews with cast and crew including Jeff Goldblum and director Roland Emmerich. Includes behind the scenes material and photography from the original, 1996 blockbuster.

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It's been 20 years since the first invasion. The international community has recovered and rebuilt its defences using salvaged alien technology. However, before the last ship was destroyed in 1996, the aliens sent a distress signal. Now, that signal has been answered and humanity is under a threat greater than any it has faced before.

The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence takes readers from the aftermath of the '96 invasion, through the rebuilding of the planet, and the new, terrifying threat about to hit Earth.

From sketch to screen, the book delves into the design and creation of the colossal spaceships, aliens, vehicles and fighter planes, weaponry, and the new characters defending the world.

This official companion is packed with incredible concept art, costume design, behind-the-scenes photography, and exclusive interviews with cast and crew including Jeff Goldblum and director Roland Emmerich.

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Praised for its rich content and detailed presentation, this book is described as a "really nice companion piece" that bridges the original film and sequel while delivering behind-the-scenes insights. Reviewers highlight the lush layout, abundant concept art, and exclusive cast interviews as major draws. The use of David Levinson's POV adds a unique narrative touch. Fans of science fiction and film art books find it an essential and visually stunning read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785651373

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 June 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Illustration: full colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 302.0mm

Height: 249.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Simon Ward is a writer of both fiction and non-fiction. His books include Okja: The Art and Making of the Film, The Art and Making of Alien: Covenant, Aliens: The Set Photography, Making Moon: A British Sci-Fi Cult Classic and Snowpiercer: The Art and Making of the Film. He also wrote the introduction to Modesty Blaise: The Grim Joker and has provided text and other materials for various Blu-rays.

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