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Fantasy

Moving Pictures

eng. Moving Pictures · 1990
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is part of the Discworld series and focuses on parodying the film industry, particularly Hollywood, which is called Holy Wood in the book.
  • In «Moving Pictures», the character Victor Tugelbend makes his debut, becoming a Holy Wood star thanks to his unique approach to magic and acting.
  • The book explores the theme of mass culture and media's influence on society, showing how Holy Wood changes the Discworld and its inhabitants.
  • The work contains numerous references to classic films and celebrities, making it especially appealing to film enthusiasts.
  • One of the central characters is the talking dog Gaspode, who possesses a sarcastic sense of humor and plays a crucial role in the plot's development.
Moving Pictures
Date of publication: 1 November 2024
Last updated: 6 November 2024
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Moving Pictures
Original titleeng. Moving Pictures · 1990
Genre: Fantasy