FOREWORD BY FRASER HESTON
In celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of
Planet of the Apes,
the classic science-fiction film from 1968,
The Making of Planet of the Apes
tells the film and offers exclusive, never-before-seen photographs and concept art.
Based on Pierre Boulle's novel
La Planéte de singes
, the original
Planet of the Apes
was one of the most celebrated films of the 1960s and beyond. Starring Hollywood icons Charlton Heston and Roddy McDowall, the movie struck a chord with the world and sparked a franchise that included eight sequels, two television series, and a long-running comic book. Now, five decades after its theatrical release,
New York Times
bestselling author J. W. Rinzler tells the thrilling story of this legendary Hollywood production—a film even Boulle thought would be impossible to make.
With a foreword by Fraser Heston, Charlton Heston's son,
is an entertaining, informative experience that will transport readers back to the strange alternate Earth ruled by apes, and bring to life memorable characters such as Cornelius, Dr. Zira, Dr. Zaius, and Taylor, the human astronaut whose time-traveling sparks an incredible adventure. Meticulously researched and designed to capture the look and atmosphere of the film,
is also packed with a wealth of concept paintings, storyboards, and never-before-seen imagery—including rare journal pages and sketches from Charlton Heston's private collection—as well as color and black-and-white unit photography, posters, and more unique ephemera.
Comprehensive in scope,
is the definitive look at the original blockbuster film, a must-have for fans, film buffs, and collectors alike.