--- product_id: 48061260 title: "Sculpting in Time: Reflections on the Cinema" brand: "andrey tarkovsky, kitty hunter-blair" price: "RM286" currency: MYR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/48061260-sculpting-in-time-reflections-on-the-cinema store_origin: MY region: Malaysia --- # Cinema as sculpting of time 7 iconic Tarkovsky films dissected Deep dive into cinematic philosophy Sculpting in Time: Reflections on the Cinema **Brand:** andrey tarkovsky, kitty hunter-blair **Price:** RM286 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎬 Sculpt your understanding of cinema’s deepest art with Tarkovsky’s timeless masterpiece! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sculpting in Time: Reflections on the Cinema by andrey tarkovsky, kitty hunter-blair - **How much does it cost?** RM286 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/48061260-sculpting-in-time-reflections-on-the-cinema) ## Best For - andrey tarkovsky, kitty hunter-blair enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted andrey tarkovsky, kitty hunter-blair brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cinema as Time Sculpture:** Discover how film transcends storytelling to shape and reveal time itself. - • **Philosophy Meets Filmmaking:** A rare blend of artistic meditation and practical insights on cinema’s power. - • **Essential for Creative Minds:** Not just for cinephiles—this book inspires all who value authentic artistic expression. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Beloved:** 4.7-star rating from nearly 500 reviews proves its lasting impact and relevance. - • **Unlock Tarkovsky’s Visionary Genius:** Explore the mind behind 7 legendary films including Solaris and Stalker. ## Overview Sculpting in Time by Andrey Tarkovsky, published by University of Texas Press, is a profound exploration of the director’s artistic philosophy and filmmaking process. It reveals the inspirations behind his iconic films and presents cinema as a unique art form that sculpts time itself. Highly rated and essential for anyone passionate about film, creativity, and artistic authenticity. ## Description Andrey Tarkovsky, the genius of modern Russian cinema—hailed by Ingmar Bergman as "the most important director of our time"—died an exile in Paris in December 1986. In Sculpting in Time, he has left his artistic testament, a remarkable revelation of both his life and work. Since Ivan's Childhood won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival in 1962, the visionary quality and totally original and haunting imagery of Tarkovsky's films have captivated serious movie audiences all over the world, who see in his work a continuation of the great literary traditions of nineteenth-century Russia. Many critics have tried to interpret his intensely personal vision, but he himself always remained inaccessible. In Sculpting in Time, Tarkovsky sets down his thoughts and his memories, revealing for the first time the original inspirations for his extraordinary films— Ivan's Childhood, Andrey Rublyov, Solaris, The Mirror, Stalker, Nostalgia, and The Sacrifice. He discusses their history and his methods of work, he explores the many problems of visual creativity, and he sets forth the deeply autobiographical content of part of his oeuvre—most fascinatingly in The Mirror and Nostalgia. The closing chapter on The Sacrifice, dictated in the last weeks of Tarkovsky's life, makes the book essential reading for those who already know or who are just discovering his magnificent work. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | 0292776241 | | Dimensions | 21.54 x 19.15 x 1.24 cm | | Edition | Reprint | | Isbn 10 | 0274708884 | | Isbn 13 | 978-0292776241 | | Item Weight | 510 g | | Language | English | | Print Length | 254 pages | | Publication Date | 1 April 1989 | | Publisher | University of Texas Press | ## Images ![Sculpting in Time: Reflections on the Cinema - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813dfZyVnGL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 28 April 2025* If you're a Tarkovsky fan this book is a delight! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sculpting in Time" – Tarkovsky’s Masterpiece on Art and Cinema *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 3 February 2025* Review: Sculpting in Time – Tarkovsky’s Masterpiece on Art and CinemaAndrei Tarkovsky’s 'Sculpting in Time' is more than a book on filmmaking—it is a philosophical meditation on creativity, memory, and the ineffable power of the moving image. Through a deeply personal and poetic lens, Tarkovsky dissects the artistic process, revealing a worldview in which cinema becomes not just a medium but a means of sculpting time itself.One of the book’s most fascinating aspects is Tarkovsky’s belief in artistic honesty; the idea that true creativity must stem from deep personal necessity rather than external influence. He argues that great art emerges from an artist’s inner world rather than market demands or trends, making this work an essential read for any creative mind, not just filmmakers.Another compelling thread in the book is his exploration of cinema’s relationship with theatre and music. Unlike theatre, which he sees as an inherently artificial space defined by its staging, Tarkovsky insists that film has the ability to capture the truth of time unfolding naturally. Similarly, he compares film to music in its ability to create emotional resonance through rhythm and movement rather than narrative alone.Perhaps most strikingly, Tarkovsky views time as the fundamental material of cinema, a radical idea that transforms how we perceive film. Rather than merely recording events, he believes cinema can shape time itself—stretching, compressing, and revealing it in ways no other art form can. His films are exercises in patience and poetic realism, demanding a contemplative engagement from the viewer.For anyone seeking to understand not only Tarkovsky’s films but also the deeper nature of artistic expression, Sculpting in Time is an essential and transformative read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ God wrote a book. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 16 November 2020* It is an amount of single pages together making a book. The single pages have letters on them making words. The words make sentences and thus paragraphs. We k ow what the words are because we agree upon the meaning of them.God wrote a book. It isn't the Bible, its Tarkovsky and its sculpting in time. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sculpting in Time: Tarkovsky The Great Russian Filmaker Discusses His Art - Notes on the Cinematograph (New York Review Books Classics) - Making Movies --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/48061260-sculpting-in-time-reflections-on-the-cinema](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/48061260-sculpting-in-time-reflections-on-the-cinema) --- *Product available on Desertcart Malaysia* *Store origin: MY* *Last updated: 2026-08-20*