Elf unwrapped behind the scenes of a modern Christmas classic
"Ever since Elf hit theaters, audiences around the world have fallen in love with the story of Buddy, the charming (and oversized) "elf " with a heart of gold. But what most people don't know is that when the screenplay first hit Hollywood, no studio was willing to touch it. How, then, did such a ri...
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY :
Dey St., an imprint of William Morrow,
[2026]
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| Edition: | First edition. |
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| Summary: | "Ever since Elf hit theaters, audiences around the world have fallen in love with the story of Buddy, the charming (and oversized) "elf " with a heart of gold. But what most people don't know is that when the screenplay first hit Hollywood, no studio was willing to touch it. How, then, did such a risky gamble turn into one of the most beloved Christmas classics of all time? In this laugh-out-loud oral history, comedian and costar Andy Richter goes on a mission to find out by reconnecting with the very people who brought this magical vision to life. Through exclusive interviews, hilarious anecdotes, and heartfelt reflections with key players like Will Ferrell, Zooey Deschanel, director Jon Favreau, and many others, Andy ultimately unwraps the story of how a quirky holiday film about a human raised by elves became such an enduring cultural phenomenon. Packed with never-before-seen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, a foreword by Buddy himself (aka Will Ferrell), and a sprinkle of festive fun"-- |
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| Physical Description: | viii, 212 pages, 8 unnumbered leaves of unnumbered plates : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| ISBN: | 9780063445147 006344514X |
