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HAWAII STATE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Garcia, Robert T., author.
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Batman (Television program : 1966-1968)
Superhero television programs -- History and criticism.
Television programs -- Social aspects -- United States.
Television programs -- Political aspects -- United States.
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Batman : a celebrati...
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Batman : a celebration of the classic TV series / Bob Garcia and Joe Desris.
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Garcia, Robert T., author.
London : Titan Books, 2016.
Subjects
Batman (Television program : 1966-1968)
Superhero television programs -- History and criticism.
Television programs -- Social aspects -- United States.
Television programs -- Political aspects -- United States.
ISBN:
9781781167885 (hardback)
1781167885 (hardback)
Description:
255 pages : colour illustrations ; 34 cm.
Edition:
First edition.
Contents:
Introduction: A celebration of Batman -- The command at ABC: Batman on TV -- Semple writing Batman: as only he can -- Hiring the Batman case: they made the show last - Using Irwin Allen's props, to make screen tests tops -- Fox's commitment, Fitzsimons' fulfillment -- Bringing comics to screen: a visual treat in every scene -- A quick way needed from manor to cave, there are endangered citizens to save! -- The fans must race about the new Batcave -- Neal Hefti writes that strong, Grammy-winning theme song -- Barris Custom builds a Batmobile with that perfect Bob Kane feel -- The Batmobile's tricks, made everyone fanatics -- Batmobile on tour: showed thousands the cars' allure -- Robert Butler so totally "got it," he & Semple were a perfect fit -- Saving time and money, with bif, bang, & zowie! -- William Dozier agreed to narrate, Desmond Doomsday was great -- ABC's marketing is top notch, making Batman the show to watch -- Hiring producer Horwitz to create a scripting blitz -- TV history was made, Horwitz's team really knew their trade -- Desilu-Culver move required a new crew to be hired -- Batman's huge debut brings much hullabaloo -- Little first season scenes from "finks" to "fiends" -- Burt as Robin was ideal he play the role with zeal -- Holy is Robin's go-to phrase, he says it in so many ways -- Catwoman is a wow, Julie Newmar take a bow -- Frank Gorshin is the one to make Riddler loads of fun -- Cesar Romero is a win, the Joker always makes us grin -- Burgess Meredith makes us chortle, his Penguin is immortal -- The second season starts, includes episodes in three parts -- Horwitz builds a reliable staff who wrote scripts for a good laugh -- New directors got ready, keeping production steady -- The cast & crew loved all the many fans, even with their wacky plans -- Makeup & wardrobe tales from penguins to dusty trails -- Film sets, first aid & showers cause shooting to take extra hours -- A strange prop each day kept Krizman at play -- With cameos & invited guests Batman picked from Hollywood's best -- Guest stars recall their best moments overall -- Stuntmen Kerns & Paul Dare to make stunts that really scare -- Fighting crime on land, sea & air, Batman brings Batcycle & more to bear -- Batgirl makes comics debut, then to TV in luminous purple hue -- Bruce Lee paid a visit, shows Ward his fighting spirit -- Adding high heels & kicks to stunts long fixed -- Season had begun, it was Batman's final run -- The final nine eps finish strong, before cast & crew say "so long" -- Culver City says goodbye Batman goes out on a high -- An inspiration to modern writers & movie-producing fighters -- Episode guide: Season one -- Episode guide: Season two -- Episode guide: Season three.
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KA-POW! This is the book Bat-Fans have been waiting for! For the first time, the classic 1960s TV series starring Adam West and Burt Ward as the dynamic duo Batman and Robin gets the lavish, in-depth coffee table book tribute it so richly deserves. From the Rogues Gallery of Villains, including the Penguin, the Joker and Catwoman, to the car every kid wanted - the Batmobile - it's all here!
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Hawaii State Library
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