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Don Shay – Making Ghostbusters (original 1985 edition, New York Zoetrope)

If you’re an old-school Ghostbusters fan, this book is practically mandatory. It’s not just a book about the film, but a true production archive that lets you experience the making-of as if you were on set in 1984. It has a charm and historical importance that later editions or modern books can’t replicate. Perfect to have in your collection alongside posters, action figures, and other vintage memorabilia!

Description

The classic and definitive book on the making of Ghostbusters.
Published in 1985 by New York Zoetrope and edited by Don Shay (then editor of Cinefex), it contains the complete annotated screenplay, the revised shooting script, hundreds of behind-the-scenes photos, storyboards, concept art, and direct commentary from Ivan Reitman, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and other cast and crew members.
With 223 pages packed with original production material, it’s the historical bible of the first film.

Value for Ghostbusters fans

For a true Ghostbusters fan, this book has tremendous value, both emotional and collectible:

  • Irreplaceable reference: It’s considered the most authoritative and comprehensive volume on the making of the 1984 film. It contains information, anecdotes, and materials you won’t find anywhere else.
  • Period material: Includes hundreds of rare photos, storyboards, and original commentary from the key players, making it a piece of cinema history.
  • Collectibility: The 1985 first edition is particularly sought after by serious collectors. Along with the Training Manual, it’s one of the most coveted books among old-school Ghostbusters fans.
  • Rarity: Having been released over 40 years ago, copies in good condition are becoming increasingly hard to find.

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