An all-new, fully-authorised graphic novel adaptation of the cult 1976
movie starring David Bowie and directed by Nicholas Roeg.
This book includes a gallery of never-before-seen photos used to
illustrate an exclusive feature on the making of the movie. Also
included is a bonus section showcasing the development of the book
itself.
The film, based on the classic science fiction novel by Walter Trevis,
sees an extra-terrestrial called Thomas Jerome Newton (played in the
movie by David Bowie) land on Earth in search of water to save his dying
home planet. Using his advanced scientific knowledge, Thomas becomes
incredibly rich and uses his wealth to search for a way to transport
water back to his home planet. But as his mission on Earth drags on,
Thomas becomes seduced by the excesses of our world and desperate to
return home unaware he has become a target of interest for the U.S.
Government and a sinister corporation, eager to exploit him.
The all-new graphic novel also features exclusive bonus material
including a 10-page article on the production of the original film
illustrated with dozens of rarely seen on-set photographs. As well as
cover concepts, character designs, a 'script to art' section chronicling
the development of the artwork, and a reproduction of the original movie
poster.
