Stars and Wars: The Film Memoirs and Photographs of Alan Tomkins

In ‘Stars and Wars’, Oscar-nominated Art Director Alan Tomkins reveals his unpublished film artwork and behind-the-scenes photographs from an acclaimed career that spanned over fifty years in both British and Hollywood cinema. Tomkins’ art appeared in celebrated films such as Saving Private Ryan, JFK, Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, The Empire Strikes Back, which would earn him his Oscar nomination, Lawrence of Arabia, Casino Royale, Battle of Britain and Batman Begins, and he shares his own unique experiences alongside these wonderful illustrations and photographs for the very first time. Having worked alongside eminent directors such as David Lean, Oliver Stone, Stanley Kubrick, Franco Zeffirelli and Clint Eastwood, Tomkins has now produced a book that is a must-have for all lovers of classic cinema. AUTHOR: Alan Tomkins’ film career spanned over fifty years, in which time he went from being a draughtsman on Lawrence of Arabia to becoming an acclaimed and sought-after Art Director on films such as Saving Private Ryan, The Empire Strikes Back, JFK, Casino Royale and Batman Begins.llustrations SELLING POINTS: . Beautifully illustrated, this eye-catching book will be a must for all film fans . Release to coincide with the new Star Wars film . Tomkins has worked on some of the biggest films in Hollywood history . Features a foreword by Oliver Stone . Will appeal to the many fans of Star Wars and James Bond, among others 250 illustrations