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Last updated: January 07, 2025 13:13
Who are you and why are you writing this book?
Glad you asked. My name is Aaron West and I’m passionate about film and history. I’ve been writing for decades but this is my first film book. It won’t be the last. What I’ve written is too boring to get into (some technology, some business, some history). I’ve had a book deal with McGraw-Hill before. Additionally, I have blogged and podcasted about film for over a decade, and my particular passion is with new wave movements and representation within film. This book taps into my history research skills, my passion for identifying influential film characteristics, and my interest in business and trends.
Last updated: January 07, 2025 13:13
Who is Jill Blake and how is editing going to work?
Jill Blake is more than an editor. She is the co-owner of CineJourneys, has worked with TCM, FilmStruck, Netflix, Kanopy, and more. Jill and Aaron share a passion for cinema and she brings a different perspective, grounded in Classic Hollywood. While Aaron is writing the words for this book, Jill is editing in a way to help shape this story. They are collaborators and together will make “The A24 New Wave” a must have book.
Last updated: January 20, 2025 11:51
How and when will you publish this book?
We are planning to use this Kickstarter to launch our own publishing company, called CineJourneys Press. We plan to wrap up the first draft not long after the Kickstarter campaign has closed, with re-writes and editing leading to an August 2025 finished product. We’re already preparing the book layout and printing, so by then we’ll be able to print and ship the book along with the rewards. Our target date to get it to everyone is October 2025.
Last updated: January 16, 2025 13:55
How many pages will it be?
We could write a 1,000 page book if we covered everything, but we expect the first edition to be approximately 400- 450 to pages with an index. While we cannot cover everything in that page count, we will publish additional chapters online and will keep an updated version.
Last updated: January 16, 2025 13:55
A24 is still making movies. How will you keep up?
We will continue writing and editing after the initial publication date. Many of these updates will be stored online, and readers will have access. Given that the A24 story is still relatively new, and could change quickly – for example, they could have another Best Picture winner this year or the year after – and we will release updated editions to keep up with the evolving nature of the company.
Last updated: January 16, 2025 13:55
Who made that video?
Wade Scheeler and he is the best. He is a wizard at so many things and a terrific guy! He can be found at The Retro Set - http://theretroset.com
Last updated: January 29, 2025 13:31
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