{"title":"Greg MacGillivray","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of Greg MacGillivray, an eminent filmmaker and author renowned for his pioneering work in the realm of documentary filmmaking. With a career that spans over five decades, Greg has been at the forefront of creating immersive and visually stunning narratives that resonate with audiences across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the must-read titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eFive Hundred Summer Stories\u003c\/em\u003e, a vivid autobiography that takes readers on a journey through Greg's extraordinary life and career. Through this engaging memoir, you will discover the behind-the-scenes tales of his adventures filming some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes and thrilling stories ever captured on screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreg MacGillivray's works offer a unique blend of personal anecdotes, professional insights, and an unwavering passion for storytelling. Perfect for fans of biography and memoir, this collection provides a glimpse into the life of a visionary artist dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cinematic experience. Dive into his stories and be inspired by the indelible mark Greg has left on the world of film and literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"five-hundred-summer-stories-by-greg-macgillivray-9781647227364","title":"Five Hundred Summer Stories","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe filmmaker of the surfing documentary \u003cem\u003eFive Summer Stories\u003c\/em\u003e and pioneer of the IMAX format tells stories from his adventurous life and groundbreaking career in Hollywood and beyond.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreg MacGillivray is a man with stories. Stories of being a surfer kid in California, making his first movie at the age of 13, and his early days as a filmmaker, creating iconic surfing documentaries such as the cult classic \u003cem\u003eFive Summer Stories\u003c\/em\u003e with his partner in crime, Jim Freeman. Stories from his years in Hollywood, working with legends such as Stanley Kubrick (on \u003cem\u003eThe Shining\u003c\/em\u003e), and pioneering the 70mm IMAX film format, creating some of the most spectacular, groundbreaking cinematography celebrating the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are stories of almost dying in New Guinea, flying into the eyes of hurricanes, the perils of filming in the USSR, and how filming Mount Everest changed his life. Greg MacGillivray has led a life like no other, and for the first time, he’s telling his story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fascinating memoir, Greg chronicles his personal journey as an artist, a self-made filmmaker, a father, and an entrepreneur at the head of the most successful documentary production company in history. It is also a story about MacGillivray’s deep commitment to family, ocean conservation, and raising awareness about the importance of protecting our natural heritage for generations to come. Contributions by legendary surfers Gerry Lopez and Bill Hamilton, and filmmakers such as Stephen Judson and Brad Ohlund, plus 40 QR codes to extraordinary film clips, add even more depth and perspective to this amazing journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreg’s compelling stories of adventure, surfing, love, loss, inspiration, conservation, and filmmaking give you a front seat to an extraordinary life — and, just like his IMAX movies, make you feel as if you are there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXCLUSIVE VIDEOS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Includes 40 QR codes linked to rare, incredible videos that bring Greg MacGillvray’s stories to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEHIND-THE-SCENES SECRETS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Learn the history of the IMAX film format and how filmmakers achieve an immersive and awe-inspiring visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFROM SURFER TO MOVIE LEGEND\u003c\/strong\u003e: Follow the journey of a man who went from a teenage surfer to the most successful documentary filmmaker in history, with hundreds of amazing escapades and achievements in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627234840812,"sku":"9781647227364","price":77.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13092183482774.jpg?v=1751881630"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/greg-macgillivray.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}