Terry Pratchett

Terry Pratchett

Nascimento : 1948-04-28, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Morte : 2015-03-12

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Terry Pratchett

Filmes

O Fabuloso Maurício
Novel
Esta história segue Maurice, um pateta gato malandro, que tem o golpe perfeito para ganhar dinheiro. Ele encontra um garoto de aparência burra que toca flauta e tem sua própria horda de ratos, que são estranhamente alfabetizados.
The Abominable Snow Baby
Short Story
Based on the short story from Terry Pratchett's book of Christmas tales entitled "Father Christmas's Fake Beard". It tells the story of a quintessentially English town which is thrown into disarray by a huge snowfall and the dramatic appearance of a 14-foot tall Abominable Snow Baby. Shunned and feared by the local townsfolk, Snow Baby is rescued by the indomitable Granny who along with grandson Albert, welcomes him into her home, showering her new pet with love and affection, changing the town’s perception and helping the community overcome their initial prejudices.
Troll Bridge
Writer
Um velho bárbaro e seu cavalo falante embarcam em uma jornada suicida para lutar contra um troll da ponte.
Terry Pratchett: Back in Black
Writer
A poignant and humorous film telling the life story of the hugely popular author of the discworld series of books, in his own words.
Terry Pratchett: Back in Black
Himself
A poignant and humorous film telling the life story of the hugely popular author of the discworld series of books, in his own words.
Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
Self
Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.
Final Reward
Short Story
Terry Pratchett: Facing Extinction
himself
Best-selling author Sir Terry Pratchett, diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2007, has one last adventure he wants to go on. Eighteen years ago Terry had a life-changing experience in the jungles of Borneo, where he encountered orangutans in the wild for the first time. Now he is going back to find out what the future holds for these endangered species, and discover a new threat to their habitat that could push them to the brink of extinction. His Alzheimer's will make the trip an incredible challenge both physically and mentally, as he contemplates the role of mankind in the eradication of the planet's species, and considers his own inevitable extinction.
The Duell
Executive Producer
The Duel is a short film inspired by Terry Pratchett’s Discworld. The film was created and directed by Giant Animation Studios as part of the Animation Hub, a work experience programme set up for students to work on live projects.
Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die
Himself
In 2008, celebrated author Sir Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Nearly three years on, Pratchett considers ways to end his life before the disease consumes him. His search takes him to Switzerland, where he meets some of the staff and clients of a non-profit organisation that provides assisted suicide to people suffering from severe ailments and terminal illnesses. In a quiet cottage outside Zurich, we—along with Sir Terry—witness a man's final moments with his wife.
Going Postal
Novel
Going Postal é a história do vigarista Moist Von Lipwig e da bela e vingativa Adora Belle Dearheart. Os crimes de Lipwig alcançaram na cidade de Ankh-Morpork. Prestes a enfrentar o enforcamento, Lorde Vetinari poupa Lipwig, vendo nele o homem perfeito para administrar os Correios da decrépita Ankh-Morpork. Diante de uma tarefa quase impossível, o primeiro instinto de Lipwig é correr. Isto até o momento em que ele encontra a fascinante Adora. Encantado por ela, Lipwig vai tentar de tudo para ganhar sua atenção... sem saber o papel que ele desempenhou na ruína de sua família. Será seu romance para sempre condenado?
Going Postal
Postman
Going Postal é a história do vigarista Moist Von Lipwig e da bela e vingativa Adora Belle Dearheart. Os crimes de Lipwig alcançaram na cidade de Ankh-Morpork. Prestes a enfrentar o enforcamento, Lorde Vetinari poupa Lipwig, vendo nele o homem perfeito para administrar os Correios da decrépita Ankh-Morpork. Diante de uma tarefa quase impossível, o primeiro instinto de Lipwig é correr. Isto até o momento em que ele encontra a fascinante Adora. Encantado por ela, Lipwig vai tentar de tudo para ganhar sua atenção... sem saber o papel que ele desempenhou na ruína de sua família. Será seu romance para sempre condenado?
Going Postal
Writer
Going Postal é a história do vigarista Moist Von Lipwig e da bela e vingativa Adora Belle Dearheart. Os crimes de Lipwig alcançaram na cidade de Ankh-Morpork. Prestes a enfrentar o enforcamento, Lorde Vetinari poupa Lipwig, vendo nele o homem perfeito para administrar os Correios da decrépita Ankh-Morpork. Diante de uma tarefa quase impossível, o primeiro instinto de Lipwig é correr. Isto até o momento em que ele encontra a fascinante Adora. Encantado por ela, Lipwig vai tentar de tudo para ganhar sua atenção... sem saber o papel que ele desempenhou na ruína de sua família. Será seu romance para sempre condenado?
National Theatre Live: Nation
Writer
A parallel world, 1860. Two teenagers thrown together by a tsunami. One wears next to nothing, the other a long white dress. Neither speaks the others language, but somehow they must learn to survive and forge a new nation.
Maskerade
Book
Terry Pratchett: Living with Alzheimer's
This programme follows Terry coming to terms with his diagnosis, living with his condition, facing the certainty of its conclusion and his mission to find a cure. Adamant that he has done nothing wrong and that Alzheimer s sufferers should not be stigmatised, this is a genuine personal journey of one man, through the science and the reality of what it s like to be diagnosed with Alzheimer s disease.
Wyrd Sisters
Novel
Hogfather
The Toymaker
It's the night before Hogswatch, usually a time of joy on Discworld, but there are suspicious going-on and the criminal underworld is abuzz. The beloved Hogfather - the jolly bearer of glee and pork-related gifts for children everywhere - has vanished. Suddenly, Discworld's entire mythical system is under threat. The fate of this magical time rests in the hands of a very motley group: A band of wizards headed up by a mystical university president named Mustrum Ridcully (Joss Ackland), a loyal manservant called Albert (David Jason), a level-headed governess called Susan Sto Heilt (Michelle Dockery), and her grandfather, who happens to be - Death (Marnix van den Broeke).
Hogfather
Writer
It's the night before Hogswatch, usually a time of joy on Discworld, but there are suspicious going-on and the criminal underworld is abuzz. The beloved Hogfather - the jolly bearer of glee and pork-related gifts for children everywhere - has vanished. Suddenly, Discworld's entire mythical system is under threat. The fate of this magical time rests in the hands of a very motley group: A band of wizards headed up by a mystical university president named Mustrum Ridcully (Joss Ackland), a loyal manservant called Albert (David Jason), a level-headed governess called Susan Sto Heilt (Michelle Dockery), and her grandfather, who happens to be - Death (Marnix van den Broeke).
Hogfather
Novel
It's the night before Hogswatch, usually a time of joy on Discworld, but there are suspicious going-on and the criminal underworld is abuzz. The beloved Hogfather - the jolly bearer of glee and pork-related gifts for children everywhere - has vanished. Suddenly, Discworld's entire mythical system is under threat. The fate of this magical time rests in the hands of a very motley group: A band of wizards headed up by a mystical university president named Mustrum Ridcully (Joss Ackland), a loyal manservant called Albert (David Jason), a level-headed governess called Susan Sto Heilt (Michelle Dockery), and her grandfather, who happens to be - Death (Marnix van den Broeke).
Hogfather
Creator
It's the night before Hogswatch, usually a time of joy on Discworld, but there are suspicious going-on and the criminal underworld is abuzz. The beloved Hogfather - the jolly bearer of glee and pork-related gifts for children everywhere - has vanished. Suddenly, Discworld's entire mythical system is under threat. The fate of this magical time rests in the hands of a very motley group: A band of wizards headed up by a mystical university president named Mustrum Ridcully (Joss Ackland), a loyal manservant called Albert (David Jason), a level-headed governess called Susan Sto Heilt (Michelle Dockery), and her grandfather, who happens to be - Death (Marnix van den Broeke).
Ringers: Lord of the Fans
'Ringers: Lord of the Fans' is a feature-length documentary that explores how "The Lord of the Rings" has influenced Western popular culture over the past 50 years.
Red Dwarf A-Z
Self
A compilation of clips and interviews, originally broadcast on BBC2's Red Dwarf Night in 1998, and subsequently included on the DVD release of Red Dwarf series 2.
Soul Music
Novel
The young druid Imp y Celyn comes to Ankh-Morpork to become a famous musician, but a new guitar from a mysterious shop possesses him with a new kind of music - the Music with Rocks In. To make matters worse, Death, saddened by the death of his adopted daughter, has gone away to try and forget, and his granddaughter Susan suddenly has the family duty passed on to her.
Bem-Vindo a Discworld
Writer
Death loses his job, and there is no one on the Discworld to collect the dead. "How life and death depend on each other absolutely." This is a short (7:32 minutes) introduction to the pilot "Reaper Man" which was never filmed. It appears on the DVD for the TV Series "Soul Music" which is an animated adaptation of a Terry Pratchett novel of the same name.
Truckers
Novel
Truckers, the first of Terry Pratchett's novels to be adapted for TV brings to life the story of the Nomes. 15000 years ago the Nomes crashed to Earth in a scout ship from the starship Swan. Generations of them have come and gone with the passing years and the changing countryside. Suddenly faced with extinction, the ten surviving Nomes, guided by their reluctant leader Masklin, must face many exciting adventures during their search for a new home and hiding place in the big, bad world of the humans.