The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence

Name: The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781785651373
Price: 69.99 NZD
Availability: OutOfStock

By Simon Ward

0.0 (0 reviews)

Summary

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.
Read More

Format: Hardback

TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK Please add to wishlist to be notified when back in stock

Sorry, we're currently out of stock of The Art & Making of Independence Day Resurgence. Please add to your Wishlist and we'll send you an email as soon as it's back in stock.

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

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.

A Court of Splintered Harmony: How to Get Your Copy on Release Day

A Court of Splintered Harmony is almost here, and we have some exciting news for...

GRAPHIC NOVEL 22 Oct 2026

Pick up a Graphic Novel for Halloween

Wanting something different for spooky season? Try a horror themed graphic novel! Lizzy has rounded...

ACOTAR 22 Oct 2026

The ACOTAR Countdown Is On, But We Need to Talk…

Last week, things started taking a dark turn. The excitement surrounding the release was suddenly...

Even More New Board Games Just Arrived!

It's been another busy week at Book Hero, with heaps of new board games and...

BOOK BRIEFING 21 Oct 2026

The Book Briefing 21/10/2026

Welcome back to another edition of 'The Book Briefing', your weekly round-up of all the...

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.

Description

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.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

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.

Book Details

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

Collections

Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Pop Culture: Best-Selling Books Simon Ward

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.

Also by Simon Ward

View all

The Wit and Wisdom of James Bond

The most memorable dialogue and witty one-liners from all 25 official James Bond films, quoting 007, M, Q, Moneypenny, Bond villains, and more! Bond. James Bond. The iconic line from James Bond's first big-screen scene has been endlessly quoted and imitated since, and the memorable dialogue and witty one-liners stand alongside the glamorous locations, breath-taking stunts, and creative gadgets as...

By Simon Ward and James Nolan

Hardback

$37⁹⁹

Available
Ships in 4-6 weeks
Aliens: The Set Photography

Aliens: The Set Photography celebrates the 30th anniversary of James Cameron's groundbreaking science fiction classic with the first official record of the shoot. Through candid, high-quality stills, we see the cast and crew at work, in costume, rehearsing, in make-up, and during filming. Some choice pieces of original concept art add greater context to the shoot and showcase the remarkable...

By Simon Ward

Hardback

Sold Out
The Art of Kong: Skull Island

Welcome to the jungle. The origin of one of cinema's most beloved and most fearsome monsters is explained in Kong: Skull Island. This official companion to the blockbuster movie features the breath-taking art, storyboards, designs, and set photos that conjure King Kong's world. Interviews with the crew and all-star cast explain how they brought the beast to life.

By Simon Ward

Hardback

Sold Out
The Art and Making of Alien: Covenant

Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created with Alien: Covenant, a new chapter in the groundbreaking Alien franchise. The crew of the colony ship Covenant discover what they think is an uncharted paradise, but it is actually a dark, dangerous world, whose sole inhabitant is the synthetic David, survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition. Alien: Covenant The Art of...

By Simon Ward

Hardback

Sold Out

More from Arts & Culture

View all

Dylan's Pick

Bold Types

A tribute to 32 truly independent bookshops throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, from north of Auckland down to Dunedin, and coast to coast. Jane Ussher's photographs show every bookstore in its unique nature - including behind the counter, smoko rooms, the mess which tells the hardworking story behind the joy of matching books with customers. Jemma Moreira's careful editing has crafted...

By Jane Ussher

Hardback

$59⁹⁹
Elsewhere:
~~$70⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today
New Release

I’ll Believe in Anything

From Jacob Tierney, the creator of Heated Rivalry, in partnership with Brendan Brady and Accent Aigu, comes I’ll Believe in Anything, an official and complete collection of annotated scripts for the biggest cultural sensation of the year, with all new exclusive behind-the-scenes content.Based on Rachel Reid’s blockbuster Game Changers book series, Heated Rivalry premiered on Crave and HBO in late 2025 and immediately took the world by storm. I’ll...

By Jacob Tierney

Hardback

$54⁹⁹
Elsewhere:
~~$60⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today
On Sale
16% off
New Release

Shirl's Pick

Home Again

Join rock-legend, former Shihad frontman and lead singer of The Adults, Jon Toogood in this unflinching and no-holds-barred memoir Home Again.This is more than a rock story. Toogood looks back on a 37-year career that helped define New Zealand rock music, and the personal cost that came with it. From a music-obsessed childhood in Wellington to the deafening roar of international stages, this...

By Jon Toogood

Paperback

$27⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$39⁹⁹~~

(1)

In Stock
Ships today
On Sale
20% off

The Odyssey

Composed at the rosy-fingered dawn of world literature almost three millennia ago, The Odyssey is a poem about violence and the aftermath of war; about wealth, poverty and power; about marriage and family; about travellers, hospitality, and the yearning for home. This fresh, authoritative translation captures the beauty of this ancient poem as well as the drama of its narrative....

By Homer

Paperback

$24⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$35⁹⁹~~

In Stock
Ships today
On Sale
21% off

The Iliad

When Emily Wilson's translation of The Odyssey appeared in 2017—revealing the ancient poem in a contemporary idiom that was "fresh, unpretentious and lean" (Madeline Miller, Washington Post)—critics lauded it as "a revelation" (Susan Chira, New York Times) and "a cultural landmark" (Charlotte Higgins, Guardian) that would forever change how Homer is read in English. Now Wilson has returned with an...

By Homer

Paperback

$26⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$37⁹⁹~~

In Stock
Ships today
New Release

A Life in Lyrics

Freddie Mercury was one of the greatest showmen of the twentieth century. With his unparalleled voice and searing on-stage energy, he was a great pretender, a killer queen and a champion of the world. But behind the glamour lived a musician and lyricist talented beyond measure, and the creative force behind one of the most culturally significant and musically diverse...

By Freddie Mercury

Hardback

$50⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$65⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today
On Sale
20% off

Disney Moana: The Official Cookbook

Embark on a culinary adventure with Moana of Motunui with Pacific recipes inspired by Moana and Moana 2! After a long day of sailing to see how far you’ll go or keeping the demigod Maui out of trouble with Te Fiti, catch a break with the delicious dishes in Moana: The Official Cookbook! Featuring more than 50 recipes spanning the...

By Monique Fiso

Hardback

$36⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$52⁹⁹~~

In Stock
Ships today
New Release

Birdlands

A rare, intimate journey into the wild islands where Aotearoa's birds live beyond the reach of most human lives. In the most remote outposts of Aotearoa, our islands are populated not with people, but with birds. From the storm-lashed Subantarctic Islands in the deep south to the scattered volcanic islands of Tikapa Moana/Hauraki Gulf in the north, Birdlands offers a...

By Edin Whitehead

Hardback

$41⁹⁹
Elsewhere:
~~$50⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today
On Sale
21% off

This Angry Pen of Mine

This Angry Pen of Mine by Layne Staley invites you to dive into the untold creative world of Layne Staley, the legendary voice behind Alice in Chains. This extraordinary collection showcases his handwritten lyrics, deeply personal poetry, stunning original artwork, rare photos, fan tributes, and so much more. Step into the world of Layne Staley like never before. For the...

By Layne Staley

Hardback

$58⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$89⁹⁹~~

In Stock
Ships today
New Release

Beautiful Chaos

Featuring five exclusive new poems, this stunning foil-embossed hardback edition is a collector's item and a gorgeous gift. The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller. Selected poems on motherhood from bestselling author and Instagram poet, Jessica Urlichs. 'Reading Jess's poems makes me feel like she's somehow reached into my own personal reflections and articulated them in a way I never could.' –...

By Jessica Urlichs

Hardback

$32⁹⁹
Elsewhere:
~~$40⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today
Mah Jong Player's Companion

Since the arrival on the market of Patricia Thompson and Betty Maloney's two previous books, The Game of Mah Jong Illustrated and Improve Your Mah Jong, a wide range of hands from many parts of the world has been sent to them. In this player's companion, the authors have put together a cross-filled reference guide where over 120 hands, illustrated...

By Patricia Thompson and Betty Maloney

Paperback

$19⁹⁹
Elsewhere:
~~$22⁹⁹~~

(1)

In Stock
Ships today
The Artist's Way

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron is a transformative guidebook that has captivated millions, including luminaries such as Elizabeth Gilbert and Tim Ferriss. With its profound ability to inspire and elevate, this book invites readers to embark on an enriching creative journey, fostering a deeper connection to one's artistic process and sense of purpose. The heart of Cameron's groundbreaking programme...

By Julia Cameron

Paperback

$37⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$45⁰⁰~~

In Stock
Ships today

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.