I want to take a moment to publicly thank Terry Gilliam for the lovely gift he gave to me on Monday. It is one of 20 copies made of the book of original artwork and story boards for The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus that was presented to the studios in Hollywood when he was presenting the film to have it made. It is a glorious 24″ x 18″, brown suede book embossed with the name of the film on the front cover and it is just glorious. This particular book is no. 19 of 20.
When Terry handed me this book, I was so stunned and overwhelmed that it wasn’t even registering with me what I had in my hands or that it was now mine. And, as he went through it page for page with me, I still was in a daze. It wasn’t until 11 p.m. that night that I was able to sit down alone and go through this beautiful gift and really see what was there. He left an inscription to me and drew a picture inside on the fly leaf. I still don’t know what to say.
Terry, I know you come to the site here every day. So when you come today I want you to know, I am so thrilled and overwhelmed by this beautiful gift and that I will cherish it always. I’m so proud of it and of being part of supporting this movie with all these wonderful people here.
I’m putting the artwork here for you from the book. Please take a moment to enjoy this gorgeous art from Terry.
CLICK ON THUMBNAIL FOR ORIGINAL SIZED PICTURE
NOTE: When you come to the photo of Tony on the ladder, I hope that you can really see the drawing Terry did there. Look at the face of the man he drew to be that Tony. IT IS JUDE LAW’S FACE! What’s so special about this? The fact that the drawing was done before the movie even started filming. It’s amazing. Terry pointed it out to me and we both just shook our heads at how in the world that ever happened.
CLICK ON THE THUMBNAIL FOR ORIGINAL SIZE IMAGE
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Wednesday, 4. November 2009
I want one.
Who do I have to kiss?
Wednesday, 4. November 2009
What an amazing gift, Theresa, and one which your richly deserve. I shall savour these images slowly throughout the day, but I did click on the “Jude” one – how weird is that? Maybe some things are meant to be.
With Dr Parnassus riding at #4 in Australia after its first weekend, I hope many more fans find their way here and get to experience Terry’s generous presence, your boundless energy and enthusiasm, and the delights of this wonderful and supportive community of friends which the film has engendered.
Wednesday, 4. November 2009
Wow! It’s beautiful! You’re so lucky, Theresa. And you so deserve this gift!
Wednesday, 4. November 2009
Theresa,you so derserve this gift from Terry!:-)
Wednesday, 4. November 2009
I love every bit of the surrealism in Terry’s artwork. His films are like poetry. Of these images, I especially like the one titled “The End of the Dream…?” Theresa you’re very lucky to have this book. Enjoy it and take good care of it.
Thursday, 5. November 2009
awesome!
Thursday, 5. November 2009
We are continuing to be very happy for you, Theresa!
This book is an excellent gift for someone who has ’supported beyond the call of duty and the wild’….
~and the pack howls.
Thursday, 5. November 2009
Theresa, these are absolutely stunning. I completely understand why Heath would fall in love with those storyboards. They truly show the wildly creative imagination of Terry Gilliam.
No one deserves them more than you. As Terry said, you went beyond the call of duty. There’s no one who has worked harder to get the word out on this film. It’s an honor and a privilege to work with you, as well as a pleasure.
Thursday, 5. November 2009
It’s so much my total privilege to do anything I can for you guys and for this film. I am a very lucky woman to be making this journey with all of you.
Thursday, 5. November 2009
This is just stunning, I’m at a loss for words. No one deserves it more than you Theresa, and I know that you will cherish it forever. what an amazingly beautiful gift!
Thursday, 5. November 2009
I’m glad for you Theresa.You deserve. This gift is wonderful.
Thursday, 5. November 2009
Thats an awesome gift, thank you for sharing, they are stunning!!
Thank you for all you do for us, the movie and this site Theresa, you definately deserve it.
I remember Terry saying about the ladder scene and how on the storyboard it was drawn as Jude and in the end he ended up doing that exact scene!
Friday, 6. November 2009
Just gorgeous. As is our dear T!
Friday, 6. November 2009
What a beautiful book. I love the artwork. No one deserves this gift more than you, Theresa. Thank you so much for sharing it with us this way.
I love the inscription and drawing Terry made for you too:-)
Friday, 6. November 2009
Wow! Amazing pictures. Thanks Theresa for sharing it with us. I have always loved Terry’s storyboards (check the book Dark Knights And Holy Fools)!
Friday, 6. November 2009
Wow! you deserve this so much!!! It’s beautiful, thank you for showing us
Tuesday, 10. November 2009
Is it possible to obtain a copy of this masterpiece?
Tuesday, 10. November 2009
I’m so sorry. I’m afraid, not. They were not made for sale. Only 20 copies were made of the book and they were given as gifts. They are each numbered. This particular book is no. 19 of the 20 that were printed. It truly is quite breathtaking in person.
Thursday, 10. December 2009
Theresa,
This is simply . . .
. . . Beautiful.
Bellissimo.
What a treat to see the photos of the pages.
Just WONDER-struck.
Sandra from Rhode Island