One of the most influential and pioneering silent-era filmmakers, F.W. Murnau was known for his private film sets, reluctant to share the secrets of his mastery of light and shadow. But for Faust (1926), his final film shot in Germany before his relocation to Hollywood, he was given a remarkable memento from the production—a collection of photographs and illustrations documenting the making of the film almost step by step, inside a prop Bible. Compiled by the film’s set designer, Robert Herlth, the astounding visual diary housed approximately 400 original images. Coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the release of this . . . .go to book page >>

Kelly Reichardt, one of America's most celebrated independent filmmakers, is renowned for her intimate portraits of ordinary lives. At the heart of her work are the close collaborations with cast and crew that shape her films. In a bold new book dedicated to her 2025 film The Mastermind, Reichardt and the project's key collaborators capture the craft and camaraderie behind its production. Featuring exclusive photographs, an essay by acclaimed writer Lucy Sante and vivid reflections from the crew, this four-booklet slipcased volume gathers memories, images and ephemera from the making of the film, creating a richly evocative capsule of time . . . .go to book page >>