Magic Time : BearManor Media : 9798887712505 : 05 Sep 2023 : "Historian J.R. Jordan takes us on a fascinating film-by-film journey behind the scenes into the genesis and creative process of one of Hollywood's greatest filmmakers, chronicling Billy Wilder's unique blend of cynicism, wit, and emotional depth that made his movies so memorable. As a researcher and fan, Jordan's concise summaries and thoughtful insights into Wilder's vision will inspire readers to rewatch his incredible body of work with even greater appreciation for the enduring legacy Wilder left behind." -Jaime Paglia, TV writer/showrunner, and co-creator of Eureka "I want to live in Billy Wilder's movies, forever, all of the time. J.R. Jordan's terrific, loving book Magic Time allows me to carry them around with me wherever I go." -Will Leitch, author of How Lucky and The Time Has Come "Detailed and insightful, especially on the writing and production of Wilder's finest films." -Martin Keady, The Script Lab