Comedian and actor Andy Richter takes readers inside the making of “Elf” with “Elf Unwrapped: Behind the Scenes of a Modern Christmas Classic,” an oral history packed with stories, memories and festive fun from the people who helped bring the movie to life.
And for collectors, there’s an extra Christmas treat: There’s a special hardcover edition that includes a bookplate autographed by Richter.
It’s hard to imagine the holidays without “Elf,” but the movie’s road to the big screen wasn’t exactly smooth.
When the screenplay first made the rounds in Hollywood, studios were hesitant to take a chance on the unusual story of a human raised by elves. Somehow, that risky idea became one of the most enduring Christmas movies of the modern era.
Richter, who appeared in the film, revisits that journey by reconnecting with the cast and crew and sharing the stories behind the movie’s creation.
The book features interviews, behind-the-scenes anecdotes and reflections from Will Ferrell, Zooey Deschanel, director Jon Favreau and others involved in the production.
Readers will also find never-before-seen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets and a foreword from Ferrell.
For anyone who quotes “Elf,” believes smiling is their favorite or knows the best way to spread Christmas cheer, this book could make a fun addition beneath the tree.
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