Edge of Tomorrow

Based on the Japanese light novel All You Need Is Kill by Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Edge of Tomorrow takes place in a future when earth is invaded by a strategically-superior alien force. Consequently, all the nations of the world unite to repel the invasion. The glib Major William Cage, an American, (played by Tom Cruise) sells millions of people across the planet on enlisting as mechanized soldiers, although he himself is a coward. Ironically, Cage is forced onto the frontlines of combat. Killed shortly after a beach landing, Cage finds himself caught in an endless time loop that throws him into the same battle day after day. Through each incarnation, the battle-weary Cage finally redeems himself to learn the meaning of courage, leadership, and self-sacrifice.

Tom Cruise as Major William Cage gives a convincing (and understated humorous) performance as a charismatic, but combat-shy officer. Emily Blunt as Rita Vrataski, the Angel of Verdun, gives a gritty and heroic performance. Bill Paxton is fanatically delicious as Master Sergeant Farell bent on redeeming Cage’s soul. Brendan Gleeson as the humorless, low-keyed General Brigham also gives an outstanding performance.

Edge of Tomorrow is directed by Doug Liman. For its slick, fast-paced action, tongue-in-cheek humor, and great climatic scene, Edge of Tomorrow is a military techno-thriller that earns 5 out of 5 stripes.

About the Reviewer
Brian K. Hemphill is an author, artist, blogger, teacher, and public speaker. He has explored a number of artistic disciplines, including fiction and poetry writing, visual art, drama, dance, and music. He now offers consultations, one-one-one coaching sessions, workshop presentations, and book talks about the factors that foster artistic creativity and expressiveness. His book is entitled The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistry: A Philosophy for Creating Everything Artistic. Hemphill lives in the New York metropolitan area.

About the Book
The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistry: A Philosophy for Creating Everything Artisticis an all-artist guide which identifies the nine root elements common to all artistic fields and explains their significance in creating expressive art. This book is for adult and young adult performers, writers, and visual artists. The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistryuses hundreds of relevant examples, citations, and quotations from prominent art professionals, philosophers, scientists, past and present, to support over 40 chapters. Through warm and insightful narrative, Hemphill offers advice from painters, sculptors, dancers, choreographers, actors, film directors, musicians, teachers, psychologists, scientists, philosophers, and critics, writing on all forms of art, including visual arts, literary arts, dramatic arts, musical arts, dance arts, and hybrid art forms. For advanced artists, critics, and teachers looking to understand artistic depth and nuance, The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistry presents 36 additional elements branching from the nine root elements and suggests other avenues for artistic investigation and development. Although mainly written for the artist and arts professional, the non-artist who has a general love for art will also gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of art. 

Book Ordering
Hardcover, softcover, and e-book editions of The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistry are available at http://www.amazon.com/, http://www.barnesandnoble.com/, and other booksellers. Autographed copies of the book can be ordered through the author's website at http://www.elementsofartistry.net/. 

Discount Book Orders
Art associations or other groups ordering 10 or more copies can receive a 15% discount code by emailing bkhemphill@ElementsOfArtistry.net. 

Booksellers' Note
This title is listed as returnable in Ingram’s and Baker & Taylor’s Title Database. Email bkhemphill@ElementsOfArtistry.net regarding setting up book signings.

Book Information
Title: The Elements of Creative and Expressive Artistry: A Philosophy for Creating Everything Artistic
Publisher: iUniverse Publishing
Publication Date: September 2011
Number of pages: 600
ISBN FORMAT PRICE
9780595483013 - 6x9 Perfect Bound Softcover - $33.95
9780595603893 - E-Book - $9.99
9781462005840 - 6x9 Dust Jacket Hardcover - $43.95