DAVID BOWIE. THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH. 40TH ED.
Enter the universe of The man who fell to Earth (1976), Nicolas Roeg's iconic film that marked a turning point in science fiction cinema. Starring glam-rock legend David Bowie in his first leading role, this masterpiece dazzled audiences with its bold and visually innovative narrative, becoming a classic of the genre.
Based on the novel of the same name by Walter Tevis, The Man Who Fell to Earth It tells the story of Newton, an extraterrestrial who arrives on Earth in search of water to save his planet. Through his rise as an entrepreneur, his relationship with Mary-Lou, and his tragic descent into alcoholism, the film explores themes such as alienation, vulnerability, and the price of power.
This special TASCHEN edition celebrates 40 years of this visionary film with:
- An extraordinary selection of stills and photograms taken by David James, capturing Bowie's ambiguous and charismatic essence.
- An introductory essay that analyzes the context, cultural impact, and filming of this masterpiece.
- An exclusive interview with David James, where he shares his experiences and anecdotes from the film set.
With an unforgettable cast that includes Candy Clark, Rip Torn, and Buck Henry, and a stellar performance by David Bowie, this film remains a landmark of science fiction cinema and a poetic exploration of the human condition.
About the editor
Paul Duncan is a film historian whose titles for TASCHEN include The Star Wars Archives, The James Bond Archives, The Charlie Chaplin Archives, The Godfather Family Album, Taxi Driver, Film Noir and Horror Cinemaas well as books about film directors, film genres, and movie stars.
